Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik in a meeting with World Bank’s Regional Director for South Asia, Pankaj Gupta in Islamabad has discussed strategic partnerships and technical support to advance Pakistan’s energy sector.

The meeting focused on accelerating sustainable energy development, enhancing infrastructure, and addressing key challenges in the oil and gas sectors.

Ali Pervaiz reiterated the government’s commitment to modernizing Pakistan’s energy landscape through integrated energy planning, improved efficiency and clean energy initiatives.

Pankaj Gupta reaffirmed the World Bank’s continued support for Pakistan’s energy reforms and expressed optimism about expanding cooperation.

The delegation of World Bank also called on Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari in Islamabad.

During the meeting, they discussed ongoing reforms in Pakistan’s energy sector, privatization and opportunities for long-term collaboration.

The Minister said that the government is actively promoting public-private partnership to better harness investment and technical expertise.