Islamabad (Bloomberg): Pakistan has indicated it is considering signing a liquefied natural gas purchase agreement with several nations, including Russia, to ensure supply and alleviate a severe shortfall. The government “will pursue the most advantageous contract,” according to a statement released by the Ministry of Energy to Bloomberg News. According to the statement, Pakistan is considering a government-to-government contract for…
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IMF presses Pakistan on ‘urgency’ of removing fuel, energy subsidies for programme revival
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday emphasised upon Pakistan the urgency of “removing fuel and energy subsidies” to achieve programme objectives. Finance Minister Miftah Ismail had earlier this week said he would convey to the IMF that fuel and energy subsidies — which were introduced by the previous PTI government — could not be reversed as the “nation cannot…
Read MoreGlobal warming poses threats to human lives, aquatic resources
Misal Khan, (83), who was busy like a honeybee while threshing his wheat crop at his fields under the blistering sun in his native village, suddenly collapsed after feeling dizziness apparently due to heatstroke. Being a resident of Dheri Ishaq in Nowshera district, Khan’s sons, who were also around and busy in work along with their father rushed to a…
Read MorePSO circular debt closes up to Rs1 trillion mark
In the midst of rapidly bleeding economy and rising uncertainty on account of PTI Long March, the state owned Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has virtually landed in hot water with its circular debt skyrocketing to a whopping Rs939.838 billion, just over Rs60 billion short of Rs1 trillion mark. The receivables of PSO have jacked up to Rs591.665 billion with payables…
Read MoreCnergyico wins award
Cnergyico Pk Limited has received an award from the Employers` Federation of Pakistan (EFP) for securing the first position in the 16th Occupational Safety, Health & Wellbeing Award in the oil refinery sector. The award was presented by the President Dr. Arif Alvi and was received by Cnergyico’s Vice President for Information Azfar Saeed Baig during the prestigious OSHW Conference…
Read MoreChinese firms can invest $6b in ARE
The world needs more and more energy but natural energy sources are dwindling, therefore Pakistan is coming up with new ways to meet its growing needs – via free wind and sun! Pakistan is planning to generate 10,000 megawatts of alternative renewable energy (ARE) by 2030 with an investment of over $6 billion, for which bidding will take place later…
Read MoreIMF Refuses to Extend $6 Billion Programme Until Petrol and Electricity Subsidy is Removed
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Wednesday delayed the revival of the stalled $6-billion programme for Pakistan. The global lender said that there have been deviations from the policies agreed in the last review, partly reflecting the fuel and power subsidies announced by the government in February In a press release issued after the completion of ongoing talks in Doha, the…
Read MoreAmbassador Donald Blome began his assignment at the United States Embassy in Islamabad today.
Ambassador Donald Blome began his assignment at the United States Embassy in Islamabad today. Ambassador Blome will lead the United States Mission in Pakistan in its ongoing efforts to deepen connections between the Pakistani and American people and work with the government of Pakistan towards a more stable, secure, and prosperous future for Pakistan. Ambassador Blome brings a wealth of…
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