Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan, Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi. The meeting focused on regional developments, energy cooperation, and agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations and expand collaboration in areas
of common interest, said a news release.
The Federal Minister expressed sincere gratitude to the Government of Kuwait for its timely facilitation and support in ensuring the safe dispatch of the vessel Khairpur, which reached Pakistan carrying diesel supplies during a challenging period. He highlighted that the vessel transported approximately 45,000 tons of diesel and 10,000 tons of jet fuel from Kuwait to Pakistan under special approvals, following disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
He added that, with the concerted efforts of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, the Khairpur vessel safely completed its journey and reached Pakistan, ensuring continuity in fuel supply and supporting national energy needs. The Minister said that Pakistan remains committed to peace and stability, adding that the repercussions of the ongoing conflict are being felt not only across the region but also beyond. The Ambassador appreciated Pakistan’s peace efforts and stated that Kuwait encourages its brothers in Pakistan to continue their constructive role for peace in the region.
He said that Pakistan has proven itself through its responsible stance and that now Pakistan is being viewed with a renewed and elevated status in the international community.
Both sides discussed prospects for enhanced cooperation in the petroleum and energy sectors, especially refining and agreed to explore new opportunities around building strategic storage in Pakistan that could bring mutual benefit to Pakistan and Kuwait.