Pakistani Can Maker to Build $110 Million Manufacturing Plant in Afghanistan

Muhammad Bilal
Publish Date: April 3, 2026
Published In: ProPakistani

Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PSX: PABC) is moving ahead with plans to establish a $110 million manufacturing plant in Afghanistan, despite the continued closure of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border since October 2025.

In its latest annual report, the company said the prolonged border shutdown, linked to cross-border terrorism concerns and ongoing military operations, has effectively halted trade with Afghanistan and Central Asian markets.

The company noted that a substantial portion of its export sales either directly targets these markets or is routed through the Afghan corridor, meaning the unresolved situation continues to restrict export opportunities and weaken its competitive position.

Despite these challenges, PABC said it is continuing to advance its previously announced plan to set up a new beverage can manufacturing facility in Afghanistan.

The proposed plant, first announced last year, carries an estimated investment of $110 million and is planned with a production capacity of 1.3 billion cans.

The company also warned that wider geopolitical tensions, including hostilities in Gaza and other parts of the Middle East, may affect consumer sentiment toward multinational beverage brands, which could indirectly impact demand from its customers.