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Pakistan's Mobile Phone Imports Surge 27% to $1.9 Billion in FY26

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from ProPakistani ·

Pakistan imported $1.889 billion worth of mobile phones in FY2025-26, a 26.55% increase from $1.492 billion the previous year. The rising import bill reflects growing demand for smartphones in the country. Local manufacturing efforts have yet to significantly curb reliance on foreign shipments.

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The import surge highlights Pakistan's persistent dependence on foreign-made devices, despite government push for local assembly.
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