‘Energy affordability key for export growth’
August 20, 2026
EDITORIAL: Pakistan’s energy challenge is once again receiving the attention it deserves, with the government signalling greater emphasis on domestic exploration, refinery investment, transparency in petroleum pricing and the attraction
A recent US State Department fiscal transparency report has formally requested that Pakistan subject its military and intelligence budgets to civilian and parliamentary oversight. The report explicitly cites deep opacity
Sindh govt, CMPak to collaborate on establishment of Zong’s AI-Ready Tier-III Data Centre in Karachi CMPak plans Rs14 billion additional investment over next decade KARACHI (Aug 20): Sindh Chief Minister
LAHORE: Affordable and reliable energy is essential for Pakistan’s industrial competitiveness and export growth, Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Faheemur Rehman Saigol said on Wednesday, as he
On Tuesday, Pakistan’s Cabinet Committee on Energy (CCoE) approved the high-level design of a National Integrated Energy Plan for 2027-2060. This approval marks the first major step toward preparing said
Sindh govt, CMPak to collaborate on establishment of Zong’s AI-Ready Tier-III Data Centre in Karachi CMPak plans Rs14 billion additional investment over next decade KARACHI (Aug 20): Sindh Chief Minister
*Consistent energy policies* *vital to attract investment in upstream sector:minister* *Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik on Thursday stressed the need for consistent and predictable energy policies to attract
# SkyElectric Launches “SkyOne” Smart Solar Range to Drive Energy Independence in Pakistan **ISLAMABAD:** In a move aimed at advancing energy independence and self-reliance in Pakistan, **SkyElectric Pvt. Ltd.**, the
# Trinasolar Powers Solar-Plus-Storage Project in Phu Quoc, Strengthening Vietnam’s Renewable Energy Future **PHU QUOC, VIETNAM:** Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has supplied a
# Turkmenistan Outlines Priority Vectors Ahead of 81st UN General Assembly Session **ASHGABAT:** Turkmenistan is set to advance a broad range of international initiatives focused on peace, preventive diplomacy, sustainable
# Tariq Electric Makes Strong Mark as Platinum Sponsor at 15th IEEEP Fair 2026 **KARACHI, August 20, 2026:** Tariq Electric Pvt. Ltd. made a strong impression at the 15th IEEEP
# Discos Directed to Install AMI Meters at Government Offices by Deadline **ISLAMABAD:** The Power Division has directed all electricity distribution companies (Discos) to replace existing electricity meters at **federal
# KE Seeks SIFC Intervention to Resolve Rs43bn Incremental Consumption Package Dispute **ISLAMABAD:** The longstanding dispute between **K-Electric (KE)**, the Power Division and the **National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra)**
# Stable EV Policy, Wider Charging Network Vital for Electric Mobility **ISLAMABAD:** Pakistan needs a stable, long-term electric vehicle (EV) policy and a significantly expanded charging and battery-swapping network to
# Affordable Energy Crucial for Pakistan’s Export Growth: LCCI **LAHORE:** Affordable, reliable and predictable energy is essential for strengthening Pakistan’s industrial competitiveness and boosting exports, Lahore Chamber of Commerce and
Karachi Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah chaired a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister’s House to review proposals for the upcoming Annual Development Programme (ADP) as part of
Munich, Germany – 9 May 2025 – Marking two decades of innovation, Solis energized Intersolar Europe 2025 with groundbreaking hybrid energy solutions and intelligent management systems designed to power the
Karachi, May 12, 2025 — In a strong gesture of national solidarity, the Saylani Welfare International Trust has announced a monetary reward of Rs. 2.5 million for each Pakistani Air
KARACHI – Sindh Minister for Energy, Development, and Planning, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, visited the Institute of Holistic Rehabilitation and Innovation (IHRI) in Karachi on Saturday, where he announced a
KARACHI – In a significant step toward sustainable industrial operations, International Steels Limited (ISL), a subsidiary of International Industries Limited, has successfully commissioned a 6.4-megawatt (MW) solar power plant at
ISLAMABAD – The Executive Learning Centre (ELC) of the Petroleum Institute of Pakistan (PIP) has emerged as a pivotal force in strengthening capacity building across Pakistan’s oil and gas industry.
WASHINGTON: As Pakistan and India stepped back from the brink of escalation, the longstanding Kashmir dispute has once again come into focus, following a ceasefire facilitated by the United States.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s armed forces have announced the successful completion of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, stating that 26 high-value Indian targets were struck in response to India’s airspace violations and missile attacks
ISLAMABAD: A member of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has raised alarm over deep-rooted inefficiencies in Pakistan’s power sector, highlighting Rs69 billion in capacity payments made to underutilised
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