ECC Approves Changes in Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy

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ECC Approves Changes in Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy

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The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the Mobile Device Manufacturing and Electric Vehicles Policy (02-03 wheelers and Heavy Commercial Vehicles) presented by the Ministry of Industries and Production.
After due deliberation, the forum approved the removal of a withholding tax of 4 percent on manufacturing to retailers of locally manufactured phones to incentivize the sector.

Moreover, the removal of the Sales Tax on locally manufactured phones was also approved and modalities will be worked out in consultation with the Finance Division.


ECC approved the following technical supplementary grants:

• Rs. 219.3 million for the operationalization of the newly established Isolation Hospital and Infections Treatment Centre, Islamabad.
• Rs. 305.462 million to pay off Pakistan’s annual contribution to the World Health Organization (WHO).
• Rs. 106.775 million to the ICT Administration for various projects
• Rs. 706.82 million for FATA, temporarily displaced persons, Emergency Recovery Project, NADRA.
• Rs. 278.091 million for Annual Contribution of Pakistan to UNFA, PPD & IPPF-FPAP for FY-2018-19, 2019-20 & 2020-21.
• Rs. 53.10 million for procurement of medical equipment, machinery, and medicines to combat COVID-19.

The Finance Secretary briefed the forum about the rationalization of subsidies (phase-I). A detailed presentation was given by SAPM on Revenue focusing on Electricity, Food, and National Savings during the first phase.


The Chair appreciated the detailed plan for rationalization of subsidies, its various components and directed to present a comprehensive summary with concrete proposals suggesting a way forward before the ECC.


Priority Berthing for wheat and sugar imports was also discussed during the meeting. Minister for Maritime Affairs updated the forum about the latest position of wheat vessels and operations of Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Port Qasim Authority (PQA) accordingly.


The Chair directed that the Logistic Committee of the ECC would be chaired by the Minister for Maritime Affairs to workout SOPs ensuring all stakeholders, including the private sector, are onboard with reference to priority berthing.


Ministry of National Food Security and Research presented a summary for the provision of additional quantities of wheat to the Government of AJ&K and Utility Stores Corporation (USC). The Chair directed to provide the first load of the additional quantities to both AJ&K and USC on priority as an interim arrangement to ensure a smooth supply of wheat across the country. The detailed proposal would be discussed in the next ECC meeting.


The ECC approved the new re-lending policy 2020 presented by Economic Affairs Division. The new re-lending policy will reflect the changes in the borrowing cost of the government, take the variation in the exchange rate into account, and pass on the actual rates to the borrower for transparency.


Other terms and stipulations, including the recovery of commitment fee as in the policy in vogue, will continue to apply.



The ECC also accorded approval for the issuance of offshore Pakistan Rupee (PKR) linked bonds to the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This will help in the availability of financing to priority sectors, promote private sector investments, and bring foreign exchange liquidity in the domestic foreign exchange market in the post-COVID-19 scenario.


The Karachi Transformation Plan was postponed to the next ECC meeting.


Minister for Interior, Sheikh Rashid Ahmed, Minister for Industries and Production, Hammad Azhar, Minister for Economic Affairs, Khusro Bakhtiar, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Commerce, Abdul Razak Dawood, Adviser to the PM on Institutional Reforms and Austerity, Ishrat Hussain, SAPM on Revenue, Dr. Waqar Masood, SAPM on Petroleum, Nadeem Babar, Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Ali Haider Zaidi, SAPM on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Dr. Sania Nishtar, SAPM on Energy, Tabish Gauhar, Federal Minister for Privatization, Muhammad Mian Soomro, and Federal Minister for Energy, Omar Ayub Khan, participated in the meeting. Governor State Bank of Pakistan. Dr. Reza Baqir joined the meeting through a video link.

ECC Approves Changes in Mobile Device Manufacturing Policy

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the Mobile Device Manufacturing and Electric Vehicles Policy (02-03 wheelers and Heavy Commercial Vehicles)

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PTA Notifies Mobile Device Manufacturing Regulations 2021

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Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) notified ‘Mobile Device Manufacturing (MDM) Regulations, 2021’ binding the manufactures of 8 percent of total manufactured device to be done locally by end of two years and showing ‘Manufactured in Pakistan’.

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According to the notification, these Regulations shall come into force with effect from 25th January 2021. An application for the grant of Authorization to manufacture Mobile devices in Pakistan shall be made the form set out in Schedule ‘A’ to these Regulations.

The Authorization holder shall ensure localization of mobile device manufacturer in the manner prescribed below: at the end of one year, 2 percent of total manufactured device packaging to be done locally, 2 percent of total manufactured device chargers to be produced locally, 1 percent of total manufactured device hand-free to be produced locally, 10 percent of total manufactured device Motherboard Assembly (PCBA) to be produced locally, at the end of 2nd year, 8 percent of total manufactured device to be done locally, 8 percent of total manufactured device display screens and components to be produced locally, 10 percent of total manufactured device batteries to be produced locally.

All devices shall be manufactured as per ITU-T technical standards and certification reports for all components shall be provided to PTA for verification.

If the Authorization holder fails to comply with any of the above conditions, they can submit a written justification to the Authority. In case of same is accepted by the Authority, the above conditions shall be extended for a maximum period of 2 Years or in case of any revision in the MDM policy issued by the government of Pakistan.

PTA may conduct inspections of the manufacturing facility through its designated representative to ensure that the Authorization holder is complying with the standards set out in terms and conditions of the Authorization.

Provided that the Authorization holder shall demonstrate the following equipment is installed in the manufacturing facility as part of inspections, Laboratory of Reliability Testing, Battery Test Lab, Accessories Test Lab and Radio Frequency Audio and Optical Lab.

Quality and Control Testing at assembly line including Device Function Test (b) Controlled Drop test of device (c) Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) setup/tools (e.g. ESD Coat, Cap, Wrist band etc.). An application under sub-regulation (1) shall be accompanied Application Processing Fee (non-refundable) of US dollar hundred ($100) or its equivalent in Pak rupees to the Authority and shall submit proof of payment along with the application.

The Authority may grant Authorization to manufacture mobile devices in Pakistan to an applicant who fulfills the open, transparent, and non-discriminatory eligibility criteria given by the Authority from time to time.

The Authority shall consider all applications on merit and in determining whether or not to grant a certificate, the Authority shall consider the following factors, technical competence and experience of applicant’s management and key members of staff and local participation in the business; and technical viability of the applicant’s business plan for mobile device manufacturing.

The Authority may reject an application; if it appears that the grant for the Authorization shall threaten or potentially threaten national security. The applicant must have valid registration of Security Exchange Commission Pakistan (SECP).

In case the Authority decides to reject the application, it shall give reasons for rejection. An Authorization shall be valid for a period of ten (10) years.

The Authorization may be renewed for another term(s) beyond ten (10) years on one year (1 year) prior written request of the Authorization holder before the expiry of the existing term, subject to the terms and conditions applicable at that time.

The obligations of the Authorization holder are

1. Authorization Holder will develop a completely automated online searchable system with access to PTA which shall hold complete device record e.g. serial number, programmed IMEI on the device, the color of the device, year of manufacturing etc. and shall integrate with PTA system prescribed from time to time;
2. Authorization Holder shall obtain ISO 9001 certification within two years from the issuance of manufacturing Authorization and shall submit the same to PTA. Furthermore, upon certification, the Authorization Holder shall publish quarterly ISO 9001 related reports on its website. Furthermore, Authorization Holder to obtain any other certification as directed by the Authority from time to time;
3. Authorization Holder shall certify to comply with all International and Local Safety & Environmental standards and obtain certification from certification bodies within one year from the issuance of Authorization. by the Authority;
4. Authorization Holder will ensure a minimal covered area space of 4000 Square feet for the establishment of its manufacturing facility. Moreover, employees need to be equipped with proper attire/gear to ensure safety standards as per best international Practices;
5. In case of re-location and or expansion of existing manufacturing facility, Authorization Holder shall notify PTA in writing at least sixty (60) days in advance and invite PIA for inspection within thirty (30) days from operations to evaluate changes carried out;
6. Authorization Holder shall ensure that Finished Product Box/Accessories etc. shall have CE Certification etching as well as visible labeling/marking for each manufactured device showing “Manufactured in Pakistan”;
7. Authorization holder shall obtain PTA type approval for each model under its own company name prior to manufacturing and shall ensure that device is programmed with valid GSMA TAC (excluding any blacklisted TAC by the Authority);
8. Authorization holder shall ensure to program all emergency helpline codes within its mobile devices within two (2) years of its operations for general public facilitation; (i) Authorization Holder shall introduce Urdu language functionality within its manufactured devices within two (2) years of operations to create ease for local consumers;
9. Authorization Holder will place an awareness leaflet on each finished product educating the consumer on how to verify device IMEI status through DIRBS as well as print the programmed IMEI numbers of the device on each box;
10. Authorization holder shall setup after sales/service centers for consumer facilitation and complaint resolution within one (1) year of commencement of its operations;
11. Authorization Holder shall establish a fully functional website as well as the official domain name, email & mailing addresses for correspondence as well as publishing of its after-sales services addresses and contact details on its website;
12. Authorization Holder will register all manufactured mobile devices along with IMEI and obtain a Certificate of compliance to technical standards/permissions for parts as well as finished product ‘by applying via DIRBS portal or any other mechanism prescribed by PTA from time to time. The applicant will publish a yearly report on manufactured devices for the general public and place it on their website;
13. The applicant shall submit an undertaking from its CEO/BoD on Stamp paper (Rs 50/- or above), that applicant will only manufacturer PTA type-approved mobile devices for which it has obtained manufacturing Authorization from Brand Owner/Principal/OEM and shall not manufacture any other brand.
    
    

PTA Notifies Mobile Device Manufacturing Regulations 2021

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) notified ‘Mobile Device Manufacturing (MDM) Regulations, 2021’ binding the manufactures of 8 percent of total manufactured

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