Power Minister Awais Leghari says policy reforms and infrastructure development are key to meeting future energy demand and supporting economic growth.
Pakistan is intensifying efforts to create a stronger and more investment-friendly energy sector as the government seeks to meet rising power demand and support long-term economic expansion.
Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Leghari has emphasized that developing a resilient energy ecosystem is essential for sustaining industrial growth, improving energy security, and attracting both local and foreign investors.
Addressing an energy-sector conference in Lahore through a virtual link on Saturday, the minister highlighted the government’s vision for transforming Pakistan’s energy landscape through strategic planning, policy reforms, and infrastructure development.
He noted that reliable and sufficient energy supplies remain a critical requirement for economic progress and industrial competitiveness.
Leghari said Pakistan’s growing population, expanding industries, and increasing urbanization have significantly raised the demand for energy.
To address these challenges, the government is pursuing long-term initiatives aimed at modernizing the country’s energy infrastructure and enhancing the efficiency of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
The minister stressed that a stable and well-structured energy ecosystem can play a pivotal role in attracting investment.
He explained that investors seek predictable policies, transparent regulations, and a supportive business environment before committing capital to large-scale energy projects.
Therefore, the government is focusing on creating a framework that encourages private-sector participation and technological innovation.
According to Leghari, strengthening collaboration among government institutions, investors, industry stakeholders, and technology providers is also a key part of the strategy.
Such partnerships can help accelerate the adoption of modern energy solutions while improving sustainability and operational efficiency across the sector.
He further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to introducing effective policies and regulatory measures that foster innovation and facilitate investment.
These efforts, he said, are designed to unlock new opportunities in Pakistan’s energy market and ensure the sector remains capable of supporting future economic development.
The minister expressed confidence that ongoing reforms and infrastructure investments will help build a reliable energy system, enhance investor confidence, and contribute to Pakistan’s broader economic objectives in the years ahead.