Year: 2025

China, Pakistan Ink MoU to Develop 150 MW Wind Energy Projects

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Reon-MOU

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Reon Energy Ltd. and China’s SANY Renewable Energy Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop 150 megawatts (MW) of wind energy projects in Pakistan’s commercial and industrial (C\&I) sector, according to a report by Gwadar Pro on Tuesday. Reon Energy described the agreement as the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at promoting renewable energy solutions in Pakistan. “With a shared vision for a sustainable future, both parties aim to jointly develop EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) projects in the C\&I segment, starting with…

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Senate Panel Questions Gas Outages Amid Surplus Supply

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Senate-Panel

ISLAMABAD: A Senate committee on Tuesday raised serious concerns over persistent gas load-shedding in several regions of the country, despite the availability of surplus gas. Chaired by Senator Umar Farooq, the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum was informed that Sindh had emerged as the country’s largest gas producer and consumer—producing 1,609 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) and consuming 1,115 mmcfd. Senator Kamil Ali Agha highlighted unannounced gas outages in Lahore, noting that many residents were forced to rely on expensive LPG cylinders. He criticized the government for prioritizing industrial…

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Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik Meets Canadian High Commission’s Counselor Daniel Arsenault to Discuss Energy Cooperation

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Petroleum

Islamabad, May 07,2025 Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik was called on by H.E Daniel Arsenault, Political and Trade Counsellor at the Canadian High Commission, today in Islamabad. The discussions centered on opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation in clean energy, minerals and geological survey. Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on assuming office. Expressing concern over recent escalations between India and Pakistan, Mr. Arsenault emphasized the need for restraint to prevent further instability in the region. He underscored Canada’s apprehension regarding attacks in densely…

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Senate Committee Slams OGDCL, Gas Firms Over Inquiry Evasion and Worsening Crisis

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OGDCL-Project

ISLAMABAD – May 7, 2025:The Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum voiced sharp criticism on Tuesday against the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) and other stakeholders for ignoring parliamentary queries amid Pakistan’s deepening gas crisis and rising operational costs. Chaired by *Senator Umar Farooq, the meeting saw lawmakers expressing alarm over **continued evasion by key public and private sector energy companies, especially OGDCL — the country’s largest upstream oil and gas firm — for *repeatedly failing to respond to the committee’s questions. Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan highlighted that crucial…

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MG Pakistan Introduces 7kW Fast EV Charging for HS PHEV SUV

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Hybrid Electric Vehicle

LAHORE – May 6, 2025:MG Pakistan has announced a major enhancement to its electric vehicle lineup by equipping all new models of its flagship MG HS Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) with a 7kW fast charger, replacing the previously offered standard portable charger. The move comes as part of MG’s broader commitment to promoting smart and efficient urban mobility in Pakistan. Since the vehicle’s local launch in *October 2024, followed by **production commencement in January 2025, the HS PHEV has garnered a strong market response with *over 500 units delivered,…

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