Federal Minister of Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik Meets Vice Energy Minister of Kazakhstan to Strengthen Bilateral Energy Cooperation

Islamabad, April 28,2025 Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a productive meeting with the Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan,H.E. Arymbek Kudaibergen, today in Islamabad. The high-level discussion focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, including oil and gas exploration, minerals and investment opportunities. Both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening Pakistan-Kazakhstan relations, particularly in energy collaboration. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik highlighted Pakistan’s growing energy demands and expressed interest in leveraging Kazakhstan’s expertise in hydrocarbon resources and mining. The Vice Minister of Energy…

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Heatwave intensifies across Southern Punjab, gastroenteritis cases surge in Multan

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Southern Punjab, including Multan, is experiencing an alarming rise in temperatures with the mercury hitting 43°C, according to the Meteorological Department. Health officials report a significant increase in gastroenteritis cases at Nishtar Hospital, where 120 patients sought treatment within the past 24 hours. “Most patients received initial medical aid and were discharged,” said a spokesperson for Nishtar Hospital. In response to the growing health crisis, authorities have designated a separate ward specifically for gastroenteritis patients at Nishtar Hospital. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that the current heat wave could…

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Pakistani High Commission in London attacked by Indian extremists

attack on Pakistani High Commission

Pakistani High Commission in London came under attack by Indian extremists, who vandalized the building by breaking its windows and throwing paint on the premises. According to reports, police responded promptly and arrested one of the attackers at the scene. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and security of diplomatic missions in the city.

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Oil set for weekly fall amid supply pressure, tariff uncertainty

Oil prices

LONDON: Oil prices fell on Friday and were set for a weekly decline of over 3% on the back of oversupply concerns and uncertainty around tariff talks between the United States and China. Brent crude futures were down 82 cents to $65.73 a barrel at 1215 GMT, falling 3.3% over the week. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was down 81 cents to $61.98 a barrel, a decline of 4.2% for the week. “… Prices are down as concerns over oversupply from OPEC+ persist, while the demand outlook remains uncertain amid…

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Iran, Russia agree on 55 bcm of gas supplies, nuclear plant funding

Nuclear-Power

MOSCOW: Moscow and Tehran have reached a deal on 55 billion cubic metres of Russian gas supplies a year, though prices are yet to be agreed, while Russia also pledged to fund construction of a new nuclear power plant in Iran, officials said on Friday. The preliminary agreements came as the United States is looking to isolate Iran from the rest of the world unless Tehran agrees to a new deal for inspections of its nuclear facilities. Russia has deepened ties with Iran since the start of the military conflict…

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