Pakistan eyes US investment in refineries, LNG

Pakistan has presented its refinery-upgrade programme to US financial institutions as a potential investment avenue, while the two countries discussed broader energy cooperation on October 26, 2026, Mettis Global reported. US officials also expressed interest in longer-term energy supply arrangements with Pakistan. The discussions took place between Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik and US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker.

Malik said Pakistan had taken steps to keep fuel available amid the Middle East conflict, and Baker welcomed the country’s handling of supplies. Pakistan State Oil (PSO) and Pakistan LNG Limited briefed the meeting on interest from US companies in supplying LNG to Pakistan. Malik also invited US firms to participate in the upcoming Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum.