The government has decided to introduce anti-dumping measures under the upcoming auto policy to prevent Pakistan from becoming a market for cheap imported vehicles and to protect domestic manufacturers and jobs.
According to policy documents, authorities believe low-priced imported vehicles could threaten local manufacturing and put nearly 2.5 million jobs linked to Pakistan’s automotive value chain at risk.
The government plans to reduce tariffs on imported vehicles gradually and cautiously, while maintaining protective duties on completely built units.
The document states that tariffs on imported vehicles in Pakistan will remain between 40 percent and 75 percent, in line with policies adopted by major automobile-producing countries, including China and the United States.
The policy also seeks to encourage localization by offering incentives to companies that increase local production of parts and components. Automakers that fail to meet localization targets will not be eligible for preferential treatment and incentives.
Officials say only companies that invest in production and localization within Pakistan will qualify for government support under the new auto policy.
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