ISLAMABAD, April 23, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that only electric buses and motorcycles be procured for government use in the future, as Pakistan accelerates efforts to shift toward clean and sustainable transport.
Chairing a high-level meeting on energy security, the prime minister said the government’s timely measures on energy conservation amid regional uncertainty helped avert a potential crisis. He stressed that energy planning and security remain central to Pakistan’s long-term economic stability.
Officials said the meeting reviewed a broader strategy to enhance strategic reserves of crude oil while improving energy efficiency across key sectors. The prime minister also instructed authorities to fast-track the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure nationwide to support the transition.
As part of the policy shift, Shehbaz Sharif ordered that all future government transport procurement be limited to electric buses and motorcycles, signalling a major step toward reducing fuel imports and cutting carbon emissions.
The meeting also discussed plans to promote electric mobility by gradually replacing conventional transport systems with EVs. The government is also considering incentives to encourage local manufacturing of high-quality battery storage systems.
A key focus of the discussion was energy storage solutions, including the development of battery systems to store surplus solar electricity. The prime minister called for a comprehensive strategy to support both domestic users and national grid-level storage projects.
Officials briefed participants that the National Coordination and Management Council (NCMC) is continuously monitoring the energy situation, with adequate petroleum reserves currently available and stable food security conditions.
It was also informed that local oil and gas production is increasing, while work is underway on pilot battery storage projects connected to the national grid.
The meeting was attended by senior federal ministers and key government officials, reflecting growing policy focus on energy transition, sustainability and long-term economic resilience.