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Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan Calls on Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Leghari

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New-Project48

His Excellency Avazbek Atakhanov, Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari.During the meeting, discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, with a emphasis on energy cooperation between the two countries. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to expanding collaboration in key sectors, especially in the power sector.Federal Minister Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari acknowledged the excellent brotherly relations between Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan and expressed the desire to further enhance cooperation across various fields. He also highlighted the strong educational ties between the two…

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Pakistan Commits to Transparent Negotiations with IPPs

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Awais-Leghari

Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari met with international development partners to discuss Pakistan’s power sector reforms. The meeting aimed to bring efficiency and discipline to the power sector, reducing electricity prices for consumers and industries. Key Reforms Discussed Goals and Commitments The meeting demonstrated the government’s commitment to transforming Pakistan’s power sector, ensuring affordable and reliable electricity for all.

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20 Billion Units of Electricity Lost: Neelum-Jhelum Plant Closure Continues

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Neelum-Jhelum

The Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Plant has been shut down since May 2024 due to an obstruction in its headrace tunnels. To address this issue, the Prime Minister has formed a committee to investigate the causes of the obstruction and implement the recommendations of the WAPDA committee.¹ The plant, which began operations in 2018, has generated approximately 20 billion units of electricity. However, the shutdown has resulted in a complete halt in power production. The Ministry of Water Resources has informed Parliament that the plant’s closure has led to a significant loss…

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Over 10,100 Pakistanis have been deported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the past 16 months, while more than 50,000 visa applications from Pakistani citizens were rejected in 2024 alone.

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UAE-Flag

According to sources from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, between September 2023 and January 2025, 4,740 Pakistani prisoners who had completed their sentences in various UAE jails were deported. Additionally, 5,800 other Pakistani citizens were deported due to various crimes during the same period. The UAE has been cracking down on Pakistani citizens, with many countries worldwide imposing restrictions on them. However, the UAE has taken the most significant action against Pakistanis.

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Oil prices stable as tariff and Ukraine uncertainty dominates sentiment

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Oil falls

LONDON: Oil prices were little changed on Monday after registering a monthly loss for the first time since November, while investors await the outcome of efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war and repercussions from U.S. tariffs. Brent crude rose 11 cents, or 0.15%, to $72.92 a barrel by 1105 GMT while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up 3 cents, or 0.04%, at $69.79. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday that he believed he could salvage his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump. However, he said talks needed to…

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