ISLAMABAD
\nA high-level delegation comprising Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of Pakistan\u2019s leading refineries called on Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik today.
\nThe meeting focused on enhancing collaboration between the government and the refining sector to ensure sustainable energy supply, improve refinery efficiency, and address key challenges facing the industry.
\nThe meeting, held at the Ministry of Petroleum, served as a platform for constructive dialogue on critical issues, including refinery upgradation, fuel quality standards, and policy frameworks to bolster the petroleum sector\u2019s contribution to Pakistan\u2019s economy. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik reiterated the Government\u2019s commitment to facilitating the refining industry\u2019s growth while ensuring affordable and reliable energy for consumers.
\nIn light of recent border tensions with India, the CEOs of Pakistan\u2019s refineries assured the minister of their full operational readiness to meet the fuel requirements of the Armed Forces of Pakistan. They emphasized that all necessary arrangements, including strategic fuel reserves and uninterrupted production capabilities, are in place to support national defense needs in any scenario.
\nMinister Malik commended the refineries for their proactive measures and reiterated the government\u2019s full support in ensuring energy security for both civilian and defense sectors. Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik emphasized,\u201dThe government recognizes the vital role of refineries in Pakistan\u2019s energy landscape.
\nWe are committed to providing a conducive policy environment to support modernization, improve fuel quality, and ensure long-term sustainability. This collaboration is crucial for achieving energy security and economic growth, ensuring a robust and resilient petroleum sector for the future.
\nThe refinery CEOs appreciated the minister\u2019s proactive approach and shared insights on operational challenges, seeking government support in upgradation and fiscal incentives. Both sides agreed to maintain regular consultations to drive the sector forward.
\nThe delegation included Zahid Mir-CEO Pakistan Refinery Limited, Irtiza Qureshi-MD PARCO, Adil Khattak-CEO Attock Refinery Limited, Amir Abbasi-CEO Cynergico, Asad Hasan – CEO National Refinery Limited. Secretary Petroleum Momin Agha, Additional Secretary Zafar Abbas, Director General Oil Imran Ahmed were also present in the meeting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD A high-level delegation comprising Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of Pakistan\u2019s leading refineries called on Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik today. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration between the government and the refining sector to ensure sustainable energy supply, improve refinery efficiency, and address key challenges facing the industry. The meeting, held at […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":476702,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-476693","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n