Pakistan has taken another significant step toward expanding its electric vehicle (EV) sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Chinese company to establish electric vehicle charging stations across the country.
The agreement was signed between StarCharge Energy Pakistan and Bahum Global Limited of China. The partnership aims to strengthen Pakistan’s EV ecosystem through technology transfer, international collaboration, and support for local manufacturing.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, said the government is committed to modernizing Pakistan’s transport sector and promoting electric mobility. He added that the upcoming Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Policy will play a key role in accelerating the country’s transition to electric vehicles.
Haroon Akhtar Khan said the government is also encouraging the local production of lithium-ion batteries. According to him, the new policy will help attract foreign investment while creating a strong and sustainable industrial ecosystem for Pakistan’s electric vehicle industry.
Under the agreement, Bahum Global Limited will provide technical expertise and work with StarCharge Energy Pakistan to develop a nationwide network of EV charging stations. The project is expected to improve charging accessibility, making electric vehicles more practical and convenient for consumers.
Officials described the agreement as one of Pakistan’s first major international collaborations aimed at developing EV infrastructure. They said the initiative is expected to support the growing demand for electric vehicles while promoting environmentally friendly transportation.
The government believes that expanding the country’s charging infrastructure will address one of the biggest challenges faced by EV users. A comprehensive charging network is expected to boost consumer confidence and encourage more people to switch from conventional fuel-powered vehicles to electric alternatives.
Haroon Akhtar Khan also said that the government’s electric mobility strategy will help reduce Pakistan’s dependence on imported petroleum products. Lower fuel imports could ease pressure on the country’s import bill and strengthen energy security.
He added that the transition to electric vehicles will also contribute to reducing carbon emissions from the transport sector and support Pakistan’s broader environmental sustainability goals.
The agreement forms part of Pakistan’s wider strategy to build a modern electric mobility ecosystem by promoting international partnerships, local manufacturing, and supportive government policies.
Officials expressed confidence that such initiatives will create new investment opportunities, strengthen the domestic EV industry, and accelerate Pakistan’s transition toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation.
