PM Shehbaz summons meeting on used car imports

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has summoned a meeting for Wednesday evening to review the import of used vehicles into Pakistan.

According to government sources, the meeting will examine the import of used cars under the commercial and gift schemes. The prime minister will also be briefed on the latest import situation and relevant data.

Officials said the import of used vehicles has increased significantly after the government eased certain regulations governing their import. Pakistan imported 2,276 used vehicles in September 2026, compared with only 48 vehicles in May 2026.

The sharp increase has raised concerns among local automobile manufacturers, who fear that a growing number of imported used vehicles could affect domestic production and market demand. The industry has been seeking measures to ensure a level playing field for locally manufactured vehicles.

Importers, however, have welcomed the increase in used vehicle imports. They argue that greater availability of imported vehicles could increase competition in the automobile market and provide consumers with more choices.

During the meeting, officials are expected to present detailed figures on the recent rise in imports and discuss the impact of the relaxed regulations on the local automobile sector.

Sources said Prime Minister Shehbaz is likely to issue important directions regarding the future policy for used vehicle imports after reviewing the latest data and concerns raised by stakeholders.