LAHORE: A high-level delegation led by China Huaneng Group (CHG) Chairman Cao Peixi, which worked on the Sahiwal Coal Power Project, called on Punjab Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday.
Chairman CHG congratulated Shehbaz Sharif and his team on completion of the 1320 MW Sahiwal Coal Power Project in a record period of 22 months and said that it was an exemplary achievement of the CM who has completed an impossible task. He said that this venture is an inspiration in the entire power sector of the world for its completion in record time. He said that the dream of this project’s completion could not be achieved without the help of Shehbaz Sharif and his determination, enthusiasm, transparency and diligent work.
Mr. Cao Peixi said that our investment experience in Punjab has been very pleasant and we will continue this cooperation in Pakistan, especially in Punjab. He said that a solid foundation for cooperation has been laid between Pakistan and China through this project.
China Royai Energy Group Chairman Qiu Yafu and other senior officials were also present.
Speaking on the occasion, the CM said that Sahiwal Coal Power Project is a masterpiece of hard work, sincerity and unusual commitment that People of Pakistan have never witnessed before. He said that cooperation of China’s companies in this regard is commendable while the relevant authorities and officials of Punjab Government have put in days and nights to complete this project of national interest 7 months before the end of the stipulated period. He also said that the cooperation of the federal departments was vital under the vibrant leadership of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
Shehbaz Sharif said that the project will reduce load-shedding in the country and relieve the public. He said that this project reflects the transparency policy which is being promoted by the government. It is a 22-month story of courage and passion for which Chinese companies have been fully supportive, he said, adding that this model will be furthered to make Pakistan a developed and prosperous country. Provincial Ministers Ayesha Ghaus Pasha, Sher Ali Khan, Punjab Power Development Company Chairman Chaudhry Arif Saeed, Chief Secretary, Additional Chief Secretary Home, Acting Inspector General Police and high officials of Punjab government were also present on the occasion.
