ECC Approves Extra Rs. 3 Billion to Buy More Bulletproof Cars
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the federal cabinet on Monday approved another Rs. 3 billion for the purchase of … Read More The post ECC Approves Extra Rs. 3 Billion to Buy More Bulletproof Cars appeared first on ProPakistani .
On Monday, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the federal cabinet granted an additional Rs. 3 billion to acquire 15 more bulletproof cars for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council Summit in Islamabad next year. The ECC had previously sanctioned Rs. 6.6 billion for the same procurement. These vehicles will be utilized during the SCO summit, which Pakistan is set to host in September 2027.
The Cabinet Division had sought this funding via a Technical Supplementary Grant, deeming the cars essential for the safe transportation of visiting heads of state. The ECC highlighted the significance of making timely and comprehensive preparations for the high-profile international event. The committee also examined the security and transport measures employed during the recent SCO heads of state summit held in Kyrgyzstan, commending Pakistan's preparation as a model for future events.
The Rs. 3 billion endorsement will be utilized for purchasing 15 bulletproof sedans to bolster secure transportation arrangements for foreign dignitaries attending the summit. The SCO Council of Heads of State Summit convenes leaders from member nations, making robust security arrangements a critical necessity for the host country.
Written by urgent.news from ProPakistani's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
