A high-level Pakistani power sector delegation held a productive meeting with Saudi Arabia's Energy Working Group in Riyadh today.

Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari led the Pakistani delegation.

Both sides exchanged views on the global energy transition and the transformative reforms currently reshaping Pakistan's power sector.

During the discussions, the Pakistani side presented significant investment opportunities in the power transmission sector, emphasizing the growing need for the expansion of the national grid.

A key area of discussion was Pakistan's ongoing digitalization drive, particularly the deployment of Smart Metering and Advanced Metering Infrastructure across the distribution network.

Reaffirming the deep-rooted and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari extended a formal invitation to the KSA Energy Working Group to visit Pakistan for first-hand insight into the country's reform initiatives and to explore priority investment areas in transmission infrastructure, digitalization, and smart utility technologies.

The Pakistani side assured full government support and facilitation for Saudi investors and partners.

Both delegations expressed their mutual commitment to maintaining close engagement and translating today's discussions into tangible collaborations that contribute to sustainable economic growth, energy security, and regional cooperation.