In a significant development following recent counter-terrorism dialogues, Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik met with U.S. Charge d’Affaires, Natalie A. Baker, to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in both security and economic sectors. The talks focused on strengthening the energy partnership between Pakistan and the U.S., with particular emphasis on oil, gas, and mineral exploration, as both nations work to deepen their collaboration in combating terrorism and boosting economic growth.
Baker highlighted that U.S. companies are increasingly interested in Pakistan’s energy sector, in line with President Trump’s vision for greater economic collaboration. She assured that the U.S. Embassy is facilitating direct engagements between American and Pakistani firms, particularly in the exploration and production sectors.
Following the successful counter-terrorism dialogues, Baker emphasized that this engagement is now expanding beyond security, bringing the two nations closer in the economic realm as well. “Our shared commitment to mutual security is being paralleled by an equally robust partnership in energy, which is now a major focal point of our bilateral relationship,” she stated.
Minister Ali Pervez Malik welcomed the keen interest of U.S. investors in Pakistan’s energy sector. He announced that the government is initiating a bidding round for both onshore and offshore oil and gas exploration blocks, presenting an excellent opportunity for foreign investments. “We are in constant communication with U.S. companies to ensure that investment opportunities are maximised,” he remarked.
The Minister also emphasized that Pakistan holds vast reserves of shale oil and gas and aims to harness these resources to bolster its energy infrastructure. “With U.S. investment, we not only aim to strengthen our energy sector but also deepen the economic relations between our two countries,” Malik added.
The discussions between the two countries, in both counter-terrorism and economic cooperation, signal a new era of partnership, with mutual benefits extending beyond security into the realm of economic growth and energy sustainability.
The recent counter-terrorism dialogues between Pakistan and the U.S. lay the groundwork for an expanded cooperation, marking a significant step in both security and economic relations.
Minister Ali Pervez Malik invites U.S. investors to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s energy sector, with a focus on the exploration of untapped oil, gas, and mineral resources.
