Pakistan Catches Ride on Global EV Boom

In an era where the world is increasingly shifting towards sustainable transportation solutions, Pakistan is swiftly joining the global trend by bolstering its cooperation with international electric vehicle (EV) giants, aiming to enhance its own competence in the EV industry.

Last month, Huazi Green Energy, a joint Pakistan-China venture, made headlines by announcing plans to showcase the first electric car in Islamabad. This marks another significant milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards embracing EVs.

Furthermore, Chinese vehicle manufacturing company Huaihai, in partnership with its Pakistani counterpart, unveiled plans to invest $10 million in manufacturing electric vehicles. The initiative will kick off with the production of two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicles in Punjab, signaling a promising start for Pakistan’s EV industry.

China, a dominant player in the global EV market, has seen remarkable growth, contributing 59% of global EV sales and producing 64% of the world’s EVs. Brands like BYD have witnessed unprecedented success, with a record-breaking 95.8% increase year-on-year in cumulative sales. Last month, China rolled out its 20 millionth EV vehicle, further solidifying its position as an EV powerhouse.

Notably, international auto giants are also eyeing China’s booming EV market. Volkswagen recently invested $700 million in Chinese smart EV company XPENG, forging partnerships for joint development and collaboration on future EV platforms and technologies. This move signifies a shift in China’s auto sector from technology import to export, shaping a new international division of labor.

In Pakistan, several Chinese companies, including BAIC, Changan, JAC Motors, Great Wall Motors, MG, FAW, and Chery Automobile, have established a presence and formed joint ventures. These partnerships are driving the EV industry in Pakistan towards intelligence and electrification.

“While Pakistan has a long way to go in building EV infrastructure and reducing EV prices, we stand to benefit from technology transfer from global leaders like China,” commented a Lahore-based automobile seller. During a visit to an EV manufacturing hub in China’s Yangtze River Delta, the seller was impressed by the efficiency of the supply chain, where new energy vehicles can be produced within four hours, utilizing components from different regions.

Pakistan’s collaboration with international EV giants, particularly those from China, holds immense potential for the country’s EV sector. As Pakistan aims to accelerate its transition towards sustainable mobility, such partnerships will play a crucial role in driving innovation, improving infrastructure, and making EVs more accessible to the masses.

Fahad Anwar

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