Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to harnessing Pakistan’s hydrocarbon potential.
Talking to the US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker in Islamabad, he emphasized opportunities for international cooperation and investment in the oil, gas and mineral sectors.
Ali Pervaiz Malik welcomed the strong interest of US investors in Pakistan’s energy sector.
He said the Government is conducting a bidding round for onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration blocks. This bidding round is a great opportunity for international partners to invest.
The US Chargé d’Affaires said the US companies are showing keen interest in Pakistan’s oil, gas and mineral sectors, in line with President Donald Trump’s vision.
She said the US Embassy will facilitate direct connections between American and Pakistani companies in the exploration and production sectors.
