Pakistan's local smartphone production drops as imports rise
Most outlets highlighted the decline in local smartphone manufacturing and the rise in imports, with ProPakistani adding that used phones are a major component of the import surge. Geo News also noted the pressure on the domestic industry but provided less detail on the role of used devices.
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Pakistan’s local smartphone production declines
Pakistan’s local smartphone manufacturing sector is facing growing pressure as imports of fully assembled
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Pakistan's local smartphone manufacturing declines amid import surge
The image shows a person holding smartphones. — Reuters/FilePakistan's local smartphone manufacturing industry has faced significant pressure following a sharp increase in the import of fully built mobile phones, especially used devices, The News reported on Wednesday, citing data...
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Used Phones Flood Pakistan as Local Smartphone Production Falls 43%
Pakistan’s mobile phone manufacturing sector is facing a growing challenge from imported handsets, with used smartphones making up the bulk… Read More
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