PAMA Expresses Concerns Over EDB's Revised Used Vehicle Import Framework

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1. 22 Oct 2026 74% related

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   Used Car Imports Rise Under Gift Scheme

   Most outlets highlighted the sharp increase in used car imports under Pakistan’s Gift Scheme, with Pakistan Observer noting the jump from seven units in May to 2,238 in September. ProPakistani added that the local auto industry has accused overseas Pakistanis of misusing the scheme, suggesting a focus on the perceived abuse of the policy.

2. 4 Oct 2026 76% related

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   Auto parts industry seeks meeting with PM over draft policy

   Most outlets reported that the Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) is seeking an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the draft Auto Policy 2026–31. The Nation and Business Recorder emphasized that the association aims to present industry concerns and proposals, while Profit and Minute Mirror focused on the request to share the reviewed policy with the industry before its submission to the IMF and Cabinet. The Express Tribune highlighted the industry’s intent to both air concerns and share proposals, using slightly broader phrasing.

3. 4 Oct 2026 80% related

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   Used car imports surge in September as local automakers express concerns

   Most outlets reported the sharp increase in used car imports in September following relaxed regulations, and noted local automakers' concerns. Some also mentioned importers' claims that the move would bring competition to the auto sector, while others briefly highlighted the easing of regulations as a key factor.

4. 13 Sep 2026 75% related

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   Used car imports decline following government measures

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5. 27 Aug 2026 74% related

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   PAAPAM warns 1.8m jobs at risk due to auto policy changes

   Most outlets led with PAAPAM’s warning about 1.8 million jobs and local manufacturing being at risk due to changes in used-car import policies. They also noted the auto-parts body’s call for the government to retain the one-year non-transfer condition on used-car imports in the Auto Policy 2026-31. The excerpts highlighted the rising number of used-car imports, reaching 50,000 units and capturing nearly 30% of the domestic market.