PM Shehbaz Sharif Urges Swift Action Against Smuggling
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently chaired a meeting to address the issue of smuggling in Pakistan. Expressing satisfaction over the reduction in smuggling activities, he instructed relevant institutions to accelerate their efforts and completely eliminate this menace.
During the meeting, the PM emphasized the government’s commitment to preventing smugglers from damaging the national economy. He advocated for the use of modern technology and coordinated efforts to apprehend smugglers, their facilitators, and confiscate transport vehicles used for smuggling.
The government has launched various initiatives to curb smuggling, including a countrywide campaign targeting items like petroleum products, cigarettes, gold, and more. A notable achievement is the launch of a web portal to track smuggling activities of urea and sugar.
The anti-smuggling drive led to the confiscation of goods worth Rs106 billion, significantly reducing hoarding practices. The meeting also highlighted the significant reduction in the smuggling of essential commodities and petroleum products.
Overall, the PM’s directives aim to strengthen enforcement measures and create a comprehensive strategy to combat smuggling effectively.
Key officials and ministers attended the meeting, reflecting a united effort to tackle this pressing issue.