Pakistan, Uzbekistan Explore Avenues for Enhancing Cooperation


Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov, currently on a two-day visit to Pakistan, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today.

The two sides discussed enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Uzbekistan in the fields of trade and economy, security and defense, connectivity and people-to-people contacts. The importance of peace and development in Afghanistan for regional connectivity was also discussed.

Congratulating the Prime Minister on his re-election, the Uzbek Foreign Minister also conveyed the invitation of President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev for Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to undertake an official visit to Uzbekistan at his earliest convenience. The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and said that he was looking forward to meeting him.

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed Pakistan’s commitment to working with Uzbekistan to speed up and complete all bilateral trade and connectivity projects. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s readin
ess to provide access to Uzbekistan to Pakistani Ports. He also emphasized the importance of Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan Railway Project and Pakistan’s commitment to its early completion.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Shell Pakistan Announces Profit for Q1 2024


The Board of Directors of Shell Pakistan Limited (SPL) announced the first quarter results for the company. The company posted a profit after tax of Rs. 314 million compared to the loss after tax of Rs. 4,762 million made in the same period last year.

The Mobility business grew its network with 5 newly commissioned sites and refreshed 13 sites. The business added 13 non-fuel retail facilities across the network. The Lubricants business introduced Shell Lubricant Solutions, providing end-to-end lubricant services to B2B customers, rooted in technical expertise and business collaboration.

In collaboration with Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust (LRBT), the Company organized an eye camp for mechanics, to provide free eye screening to ensure healthy eyesight and contribute to the well-being of our communities. Mechanics are an important part of our lubricants partner community.

SPL remains committed to operational excellence, and safety performance, strengthening its financial position, and playing a responsi
ble role in society.

Source: Pro Pakistani