Pakistan and Oman have reaffirmed commitment to expand energy partnership amid evolving regional situation.

This resolve was expressed at a meeting between Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and Omani Ambassador Fahad Bin Sulaiman Bin Khalaf Alkharusi in Islamabad today.

They discussed the evolving energy situation in the region and avenues for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Ali Pervaiz Malik reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further expand the bilateral energy partnership and explore new areas of collaboration.

He apprised the Ambassador of Pakistan's ongoing efforts to diversify its energy imports and ensure supply resilience, particularly by exploring alternative routes and sources outside the Strait of Hormuz in light of the changing regional dynamics.

The Ambassador welcomed Pakistan's push towards diversification and conveyed that Oman stands ready to support Pakistan in enhancing its energy security.

In this regard, the Minister expressed optimism that Oman would consider Pakistan's request for preferential energy cargoes to meet its growing requirements.

The Ambassador responded positively and assured that the request would be considered favourably.

Meeting also discussed opportunities for enhanced cooperation in the upstream sector, including exploration and production, and underscored the importance of expanding collaboration in oil and gas development projects.

It was noted that Pakistan State Oil and Oman Trading International are also engaged in constructive discussions to explore the possibility of additional oil cargoes to help meet Pakistan's energy demand.