Uninterrupted nationwide fuel supply chain: Malik commends PSO for its exceptional resilience

Federal Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik visited the head office of Pakistan State Oil (PSO) on Friday, where he was received by chief executive Jawwad Ahmed Cheema and senior management. Business Recorder reported that Secretary Petroleum Hamed Yaqoob Sheikh and Additional Secretary (Policy) Zafar Abbas accompanied the minister. Cheema briefed the visiting team on the company's financial results, recent operational achievements and its plans for the coming years.

Malik praised PSO for keeping fuel supply flowing nationwide without interruption despite geopolitical pressures. The talks also covered volatile international fuel prices and disruptions to major sea routes. Proposed responses included overseas purchasing, wider diversification of supply sources and building up strategic buffer reserves.

The minister promised government support for an energy sector that puts consumers and economic stability first. He reaffirmed plans to expand storage, digitize and automate operations and improve the customer experience. He said all stakeholders must work together toward a modern and resilient energy sector.