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Day: November 16, 2023

THE FUTURE SUMMIT, jointly hosted by HBL and Nutshell, ends with the resolve to rethink the Big Picture!

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Karachi, November 16, 2023: THE FUTURE SUMMIT (TFS) 7th Edition concluded on its second day, with yet another impressive lineup punctuated with thought-provoking conversations and engaging dialogues.Under the theme THE BIG PICTURE, the 7th Edition of TFS was jointly hosted by Nutshell Group and HBL, powered by Unity Foods Limited, in strategic partnership with the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce…

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Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority and Pakistan Refinery Limited Seal Historic Agreement under Brownfield Refinery Policy

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Islamabad, [16 Nov] – In a landmark development aligning with Pakistan’s refining policy, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and Pakistan Refinery Limited (PRL) have officially inked a pivotal upgrade agreement today. Following extensive deliberations, consultations, and a series of meetings with key stakeholders, the agreement marks a significant milestone for the energy sector. “After a marathon of meetings,…

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Sindh govt assures full support building new clean energy projects under public-private partnership mode

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Karachi – The Sindh government will fully support the development of new clean energy projects to harness the vast solar and wind power generation potential of the province under the mode of public-private partnership (PPP).Sindh government’s Energy Secretary, Rehan Iqbal Baloch, stated this while speaking as the chief guest at a seminar on “Role of public-private partnerships in promoting renewable…

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Longi’s Grand Reopening Celebration in Lahore Marks a Milestone for Clean Energy Advancement in Pakistan

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Lahore, Pakistan – In a dazzling celebration that captured the essence of innovation and sustainable development, Longi’s Distributed Middle East-Africa Regional Office-Central Asia Representative Office in Lahore, Pakistan, celebrated its grand reopening on November 12, 2023. The event garnered widespread media attention, showcasing the company’s commitment to advancing the clean energy sector in the region. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by…

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Net-zero emissions: Corporations urged to prioritise transparency in commitments

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KARACHI: Industrialists, researchers, academia, and civil society activists came together at the “Champions of Change: A Dialogue with the Private Sector” conference in Karachi on Wednesday, urging corporations to prioritise transparency and accountability in their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. The discussions centered on the severe impacts of emissions on Pakistan’s health, lives, and environment. The conference paved the way…

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BQATI opposes hike in gas tariffs

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KARACHI: Bin Qasim Association of Trade and Industry (BQATI) has protested against the massive hike in industrial gas tariffs. In a general body meeting held at the BQATI Secretariat here the other day, the association decided that, in addition to demonstrations, no export days would be observed unless the government pays serious attention to Karachi’s industries and reconsiders the decision…

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Govt allows LPG imports without inviting bids

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Exempts LPG firm from procurement rules to avert gas crisis in winter ISLAMABAD: Despite facing criticism last year, the government is once again relying on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports to address the emerging gas crisis. It has permitted a subsidiary of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) to bring gas without inviting bids. Last year, the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)…

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$10b Saudi investment to arrive soon

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Financing will go to oil refinery to be set up by Aramco either in Hub or Gwadar KARACHI, PAKISTAN: Caretaker Federal Minister for Energy, Power and Petroleum Mohammad Ali has said that Pakistan is actively engaged with Saudi Arabia for potential investment of around $10 billion in the oil refining sector, believing their efforts will bear fruit in a couple…

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‘Obsolete KE plants cost Karachiites Rs3-5 extra per unit’

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KARACHI: Sindh Commerce Minister Muhammad Younus Dagha has said the Karachiites pay at least Rs3 to Rs5 per unit extra to K-Electric on account of fuel cost adjustment (FCA) every month as compared to other distribution companies (Discos) because of KE’s obsolete power generation plants which need to be unbundled. “The electricity supply system stands completely unbundled across Pakistan where…

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