Export industries oppose proposed electricity tariff hikes
Most outlets reported that export-oriented industries have opposed proposed electricity tariff hikes by DISCOs, emphasizing concerns about increased costs and competitiveness. Business Recorder added that the hikes are in the range of 5 to 10 percent and mentioned worries about higher energy costs and fixed charges, while BOL News highlighted the opposition during public hearings for 2027 and the risk of lost competitiveness.
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Pakistan exporters oppose electricity tariff hikes, warn of lost competitiveness
Pakistan exporters strongly object to electricity tariff hikes by DISCOs during public hearings for 2027, fearing lost competitiveness.
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DISCOs tariffs: Export industries oppose proposed hike
ISLAMABAD: Export-oriented industries have strongly opposed proposed increases of 5 to 10 percent in electricity tariffs by power distribution companies (DISCOs), warning that higher energy costs, increased fixed charges and the recovery of historical expenses and utilities’ income tax liabilities from consumers could further undermine Pakistan’s export competitiveness. During public hearings o...
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