Karachi:– The National Forum for Environment and Health, in collaboration with the CSR Club of Pakistan, is hosting a the “Seminar on Effective Steps for Enrolling Out of School Children in Schools” alongside the “16th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Summit-2024 (Karachi Chapter).” on April 30th in Karachi. The seminar, dedicated to addressing the critical issue of children out of the education system, will see esteemed figures such as Kamran Tessori, Governor Sindh, as Chief Guest, and Abdul Kabir Kazi, Managing Director of the Sindh Education Foundation, delivering the keynote address.…
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Turkmenistan Pledges Completion of TAPI Gas Project
Turkmenistan’s commitment to finalizing the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project alongside regional partners remains unwavering, according to TAPI Pipeline Company Limited CEO Muhammetmyrat Amanov. Amanov emphasized that Turkmenistan has advanced the energy initiative with steadfast dedication and adherence to international legal frameworks. The completed section of Turkmenistan’s segment and ongoing discussions align closely with global standards, ensuring environmental sustainability by transitioning to natural gas, which significantly reduces emissions compared to coal and oil. At the Turkmen Energy Investment Forum (TEIF 2024) in Paris, Amanov highlighted the project’s pivotal role in…
Read MorePakistan’s Upstream Oil & Gas Sector is in Crisis
Pakistan’s oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) companies are facing a severe financial crisis due to massive outstanding payments from state-owned gas companies. ⚖️🚦 The Pakistan Petroleum Exploration and Production Companies Association (PPEPCA) reports that Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) owe a staggering Rs 1.5 trillion (approximately $8.8 billion) to E&P companies, with over $600 million owed to multinationals.🚦 These delayed payments are crippling the E&P sector. 🚦 Companies are struggling to invest in their assets, leading to a decline in…
Read MoreLies on Iran gas pipeline
A factor that runs contrary to the Iran-Pakistan vows of cooperation is the informal trade – also called smuggling Yet again, lofty rhetoric and ambitious intent on enhancing bilateral cooperation accompanied an Iranian President’s visit to Pakistan. The joint statement issued after Ebrahim Raisi’s three-day visit reiterated “the importance of cooperation in the energy domain, including trade in electricity, power transmission lines and Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline Project.” It mentions the agreement for a “collaborative approach” to confront the menace of terrorism. “Noting that the existence of terrorist organizations in Afghanistan…
Read MorePower Division Denies Rumors of Imposing Fixed Tax on Solar Power
The Power Division has categorically denied recent rumors circulating about the imposition of a fixed tax on solar power in Pakistan. In an official statement, the Power Division clarified that there is no truth to these speculations, emphasizing that such measures have not been considered or proposed. According to the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) and Power Division officials, no formal proposal or summary has been forwarded to the government regarding the imposition of any additional taxes or fixed charges specifically targeting solar power consumers. This clarification comes amidst concerns…
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