Suzuki sounds alarm on used car imports flooding Pakistan market

July18,2025 (MLN): Upcoming Import Policy Order will address industry concerns over used vehicle imports, senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce assured the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Suzuki Motor Company.

Representatives from Suzuki were also invited to provide their contributions pertinent to the automotive sector for the National Tariff Policy 2025–2030.

Allowing commercial imports of used vehicles could unleash a wave of substandard cars into Pakistan’s market, threatening consumer welfare and weakening the domestic auto industry.

This was emphasized by the CEO of Suzuki Motor Company, Pakistan, during a high-level meeting with the Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, yesterday.

The delegation was informed by senior representatives of the Ministry of Commerce that their concerns would be addressed through appropriate considerations in the Import Policy Order.

Concerns regarding allowing import of used vehicles for commercial use were raised by the representatives from Suzuki.

They were assured that the government would strive to ensure maximum customer welfare through the relevant laws.

The meeting reaffirmed the Ministry of Commerce’s commitment to providing a dynamic and flexible business environment to the automotive industry, with a focus on improving the trade indicators of Pakistan.

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