Swiss energy trader explores greater investment in Pakistan amid deregulation, refinery reforms and planned bonded storage policy.
Pakistan’s energy sector is attracting fresh foreign investment interest as the government advances deregulation and introduces policies aimed at encouraging competition and private-sector participation.
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with a delegation from Switzerland-based global energy trading company Gunvor Group to discuss potential investment and cooperation in Pakistan’s energy market.
During the meeting, the delegation expressed interest in expanding its investment footprint in Pakistan, particularly across the energy sector. The company also welcomed the government’s ongoing deregulation efforts, describing them as an important step toward creating a more competitive and efficient market.
The delegation highlighted the potential benefits of opening the downstream petroleum market. According to the representatives, greater participation in the sector could strengthen competition, improve operational efficiency and provide consumers with a wider range of services.
The refinery policy was also discussed during the meeting. The delegation noted that the policy is helping create new opportunities for investment and could encourage greater participation from international players in Pakistan’s refining and energy infrastructure.
The Swiss energy group further showed interest in the government’s upcoming bonded storage policy. The representatives viewed Pakistan as a promising market for investment and indicated that policy reforms could support increased commercial activity in the country’s energy sector.
Speaking on the occasion, Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik said Pakistan is moving swiftly toward deregulation across the energy industry. He emphasized that the government is working to develop a transparent and investor-friendly environment to attract both domestic and international capital.
The minister also pointed to significant opportunities for cooperation in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) segment. He said the government is keen to facilitate investment and partnerships that can contribute to the development of Pakistan’s energy infrastructure.
The meeting reflects growing international interest in Pakistan’s energy market as policymakers pursue structural reforms. The government expects deregulation, refinery-sector initiatives and new storage policies to help attract investment, increase competition and improve efficiency across the industry.