Chinese delegation visits BoI to explore opportunities in EV sector

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Chaoniu (EV) Electric Motorcycle Company explores investment and localisation opportunities in Pakistan. A three-member delegation from Shenzhen-based EV technology firm Chaoniu (Electric Motorcycle) visited the Board of Investment (BoI) to explore opportunities for collaboration, localisation, and investment in Pakistan’s emerging electric vehicle (EV) sector.

The meeting was chaired by Dr Erfa Iqbal, Additional Secretary (EDG-II) and was attended by senior BoI officials, including Adeel Hassan (China & IC Expert) and Imran Khan (Director SEZ). The Chinese delegation was led by Lu Zhong (CEO, Chao Ning/Trend of Electrical Technology) and Mr. Wang Jie (Business Manager), accompanied by their Pakistani business partner Bajwa.

Welcoming the delegation, the Additional Secretary (EDG-II) underscored that the The Government of Pakistan has introduced wide-ranging reforms to improve the ease of doing business, including policy and regulatory measures recently launched by the prime minister to attract and retain foreign investment. She highlighted that Pakistan offers attractive incentives under Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Special Technology Zones, particularly for EV and high-technology projects, and assured full facilitation, coordination, and policy support during the implementation phase.

During the meeting, Lu Zhong briefed the participants on Shenzhen City Worldwide New Energy Technology Company Limited, noting that the company conducts its research and development activities in Shenzhen, one of the world’s leading technology hub while its manufacturing operations are located in another region. He informed that the company employs over 100 skilled professionals and specialises in integrated EV motor systems that enable the conversion of conventional motorcycles into electric vehicles.

The discussions primarily focused on:

Localisation of EV technologies in Pakistan, with particular emphasis on two-wheel electric vehicles.

Transfer of core EV technologies, including electric motors, battery systems, and electronic control units (ECUs).

Establishment of Research and Development (R&D) facilities and phased manufacturing.

Identification of suitable Pakistani partners for joint ventures and investment collaboration.

Electric vehicles constitute a priority sector under Pakistan–China economic cooperation, with growing demand for two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers. The visit represents a positive step toward technology transfer, local value addition, and the promotion of sustainable mobility solutions in Pakistan.

The Board of Investment assured full facilitation to the visiting company and reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to advancing industrial partnerships for shared prosperity. The interaction further strengthened momentum under the Industrial Cooperation Phase of CPEC, contributing to Pakistan’s long-term objective of sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

This engagement marks another important milestone in deepening Pak–China industrial collaboration and accelerating progress under CPEC Phase-II.

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