Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik met Khaled Al Saati, CEO of Gulf Petroleum Exploration Pakistan (GPXP), and Mosleh Al Otaibi of Gulf Petroleum Exploration in Islamabad on September 3, 2026. The two sides discussed GPXP's ongoing operations and its interest in expanding investment in Pakistan's energy sector.
What did GPXP discuss with Pakistan's Petroleum Minister?
GPXP, a Kuwaiti company operating in Pakistan's exploration sector, told the minister it wants to expand its investment and contribute further to the country's energy development. Malik welcomed the interest and assured the company of the government's full support and facilitation for its investment and expansion plans.
What did the Petroleum Minister say about Pakistan-Kuwait ties?
"Pakistan and Kuwait are brothers, and our two countries share a longstanding relationship," Malik said. He emphasised the importance Pakistan places on strengthening economic and investment ties with Kuwait, tying the meeting to a broader bilateral relationship rather than a single company's plans.
How did GPXP respond to the government's support?
Al Saati and Al Otaibi thanked the Government of Pakistan for its continued support and facilitation. They reiterated GPXP's commitment to Pakistan and said the company remains keen to expand its investment in the country's energy sector. Both sides framed the meeting as part of an ongoing relationship rather than a one-off engagement.
The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening Pakistan-Kuwait economic ties and promoting greater investment in Pakistan's exploration and energy sectors.
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