A proposal to bring together Belarus’s tractors in Pakistan has been discussed at a meeting that is chairman of special assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan. The session participated by representatives of Margalla Heavy Industries LTD, Heavy Industries Taxila and Green Business Initiatives.
The plan, which is being considered, requires collecting 57 to 80 horsepower Belarus tractors by means of completely downscuted sets imported from abroad. According to figures shared at the meeting, the demand for such tractors in Pakistan could reach about 2,800 units over the next five years.
Participants also noted that some investors had already shown interest in supporting the initiative with calls for broader commitment from the private sector.
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The stakeholders present described the proposal as an opportunity to expand the availability of agricultural machinery in the country. They highlighted the potential to strengthen the agricultural mechanization, reduce the dependence on fully built imports and encourage industrial cooperation with Belarus.
At the same time, the discussions made it clear that the project remains at a preliminary stage. The most important issues such as the investment level, the production scale and the time frame for operations have not yet been settled. No notice was made as to when the assembly could begin and additional consultations are expected before decisions are completed.
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The proposal comes at a time when Pakistan’s tractor industry is continuing to experience pressure from fluctuating demand, rising costs and limitations of the supply chain. Introducing a new assembly opportunity, suggesting the participants could provide an alternative for farmers and contributing to market stability.
Officials and company representatives agreed that the way forward will depend on specific obligations from investors and clarity on the conditions for cooperation. Until these details are determined, the plan remains a proposal discussed.
