A delegation of Chinese investors met with Sindh’s Provincial Minister for Energy, Development, and Planning, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, on Tuesday to discuss potential investment opportunities in the energy sector.
During the meeting, Minister Shah highlighted attractive opportunities for both foreign and domestic investors in Sindh’s energy landscape, particularly in the Thar Coal Field and alternative energy sectors. Minister Shah briefed the delegation on the vast coal reserves in Sindh, particularly in the Thar Coal Field, which holds an estimated 185 billion tons of coal. The field spans 9,100 square kilometers and includes 12 developing blocks, each with reserves capable of generating 4,000 to 5,000 megawatts of electricity for the next 30 years.
He emphasized that the Sindh government is committed to providing full support to investors, including assistance with documentation, land facilitation, and other necessary services to ease the investment process. The Minister also pointed out the significant opportunities in the solar energy sector, offering further incentives for Chinese investors interested in setting up solar panel manufacturing units in Sindh.
He expressed confidence in the long-standing, robust relations between the Chinese and Pakistani governments and peoples.
The Chinese delegation, including Wang Xin from Wind Power and Xo Zhingang from Solar Energy Companies, showed keen interest in exploring various energy projects in Sindh. Secretary of Energy Musaddiq Ahmed Khan, MD of the Thar Coal Energy Board Tariq Ali Shah, DG Coal Mines Naseem Al-Ghani Sahto, and COO of Sindh Energy Holding Company Tufail Ahmed Khoso were also present at the meeting, underscoring the province’s commitment to expanding its energy sector.
