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05:26 Aug 27, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday formally launched Pakistan’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30, calling it a landmark initiative for clean transport, climate resilience, industrial transformation, and youth empowerment. Addressing the launch ceremony, the prime minister said the new policy represents a national commitment to reducing emissions, promoting clean technology, and shifting to sustainable transport solutions. He applauded the efforts of his industries aide Haroon Akhtar Khan and Federal Minister Rana Tanvir Hussain for crafting what he termed “a comprehensive and forward-looking framework”. “I was personally involved in the meetings and I sincerely appreciate the dedication shown by Haroon Akhtar, the secretary for industries, and all the relevant institutions, both at the federal and provincial levels,” the PM said. He also acknowledged the technical support extended by the British government and the UK High Commissioner in shaping the policy framework. PM Shehba...