Pakistan and US discuss long-term energy supply contracts and refinery investment
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met with US Chargé d'Affaires Natalie A. Baker in Islamabad on Monday to discuss energy cooperation.
Refinery projects invite US capital
Malik briefed the American envoy on Pakistan's refinery upgradation programme and invited US financial institutions to invest. The minister stated that these projects could create specific opportunities for American firms in the sector.
Officials praise fuel management efforts
Baker congratulated Pakistan on avoiding a fuel shortage despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. She noted that the country managed its supplies effectively under challenging regional circumstances.
Long-term contracts remain a goal
Both sides expressed optimism about establishing long-term energy supply contracts to benefit their nations. The US Chargé d'Affaires emphasized creating business opportunities for American companies within Pakistan's energy market.
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