Karachi, February 7, 2025 – The production of mobile phones under the “Made in Pakistan” initiative has experienced an extraordinary 47% annual growth, marking a significant milestone in the country’s technological advancement.
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Pakistan Imports Mobile Phones Worth Rs 204 Billion in 1HFY25
Karachi, January 20, 2025 – Pakistan mobile phone imports reached a substantial Rs 204 billion during the first half of the fiscal year 2024-25, underscoring the nation’s continued demand for smartphones despite economic pressures.
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CMOs to Offer Smartphones on Easy Installments in Pakistan
Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) in Pakistan are set to introduce a groundbreaking initiative allowing individuals to purchase smartphones on easy installment plans. The program aims to enhance accessibility to smartphones, bridging the affordability gap and driving digital inclusion across the country.
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Pakistan Assembled Mobile Phones 8% Costlier Than China
Islamabad, January 3, 2025 – Locally assembled mobile phones in Pakistan are 8% more expensive than those produced in China, according to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Engineering Development Board (EDB). The revelation came during a briefing to the Senate Standing Committee on Industries and Production, chaired by Senator Aon Abbas.
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USB-C Law Takes Effect in the EU: What You Need to Know
The European Union’s (EU) USB-C directive, aimed at reducing e-waste and enhancing consumer convenience, is now in force.
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Pakistan Imports Mobile Phones Worth $570 Million in 5MFY25
Pakistan has recorded mobile phone imports worth $570.167 million in the first five months (July-November) of the current fiscal year 2024-25.
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Pakistan Blocks 80,000 SIMs for Spreading Fake News
Islamabad, December 11, 2024 – Pakistan has taken a significant step to curb the spread of misinformation by blocking approximately 80,000 mobile phone SIM cards used for disseminating fake news, Parliamentary Secretary for the Cabinet Division, Sajid Mehdi, announced in the National Assembly on Wednesday. This move comes as part of ongoing efforts to combat the growing concern surrounding the spread of false information through digital platforms.
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Tax Hikes Slash Mobile Phone Imports by 10.46% in 4MFY25
Karachi, November 17, 2024 – Mobile phone imports into Pakistan experienced a significant contraction of 10.46% during the first four months of the current fiscal year 2024-25, primarily driven by increased taxation introduced in the latest federal budget.
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Pakistan’s Mobile Phone Imports Decline by 20% in 2MFY25
Pakistan’s mobile phone imports experienced a significant dip in the first two months (July-August) of the fiscal year 2024-25, marking around 20% decrease compared to the same period in the previous year.
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No Authority for Mobile Companies to Increase Tax Rates
Islamabad, August 27, 2024 – In a recent session of the National Assembly, the Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Azam Nazir Tarar, clarified that mobile companies in Pakistan are not authorized to increase tax rates independently.
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