{
  "id": 12032908,
  "title": "Govt says fully focussed on energy supplies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/govt-says-fully-focussed-on-energy-supplies",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-05T00:09:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442676/govt-says-fully-focussed-on-energy-supplies"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik emphasized on Sunday that the government is fully focused on ensuring secure energy supplies. During a public gathering in his constituency Mughalpura, Malik mentioned that a summary had been submitted to the federal cabinet to facilitate LPG imports from abroad to prevent fuel shortages in emergencies. The government is actively planning to maintain adequate availability of crude oil, petrol, diesel, gas, and LPG, particularly considering the changing international energy landscape. To address winter gas demands, comprehensive arrangements are being made to meet consumer needs in December, January, and February. The Prime Minister and federal cabinet have been briefed on the country's gas requirements, availability, and potential challenges. LPG prices are determined by OGRA, with Saudi Aramco's monthly Contract Price (CP) playing a significant role. Measures are being taken to ensure sufficient LPG availability during winter due to increased demand and the existing regional situation. Over nine million citizens have benefited from the government's scheme providing Rs100 relief per litre to eligible consumers. The minister assured that relief benefits would be promptly passed on to consumers in Pakistan if international oil prices decline. The government acknowledges the difficulties faced by people due to rising petroleum prices and is making every effort to provide relief. Prices are determined through a transparent mechanism, with details available on the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) website. Under the Prime Minister's directives, the government has introduced measures to provide relief to low-income segments, including motorcyclists and users of vehicles up to 800cc. Motorcyclists are being provided relief of Rs100 per litre, benefiting around nine million people. The government will continue this scheme within its resources and will offer relief as long as it remains financially feasible. Malik stressed the importance of national unity and solidarity, given the country's and the region's security challenges. He appealed to political leaders to prioritize national interests over political differences and urged them to work together for the country's security. Malik highlighted that martyrdom was a pride for Pakistan, and the nation paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for the country's security. He urged the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to demonstrate seriousness on matters concerning national security. Despite political tensions, Malik emphasized that the state is more important than any individual or political personality. The Prime Minister has extended a hand of reconciliation and dialogue to opposition parties, and the government is committed to making every necessary step to ensure Pakistan's security and sovereignty.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik on Sunday said that a summary had also been submitted to the federal cabinet to facilitate the import of LPG from abroad so that consumers would not face fuel shortages in case of an emergency. While addressing a public gathering in his constituency Mughalpura and talking to the media, the federal minister said the government was also…",
  "key_points": [
    "Government prioritizes secure energy supplies and LPG imports",
    "Measures in place for winter gas demands and consumer needs",
    "Relief benefits offered to nine million citizens on petroleum prices"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}