Govt to Introduce Multi-Year Tariff Framework for Gas Utilities

Pakistan's government is set to introduce a Multi-Year Tariff (MYT) framework for gas utilities, part of a "Gas Sector Transition Roadmap" to reform the industry. This initiative aims to unbundle state-owned gas companies (SNGPL, SSGCL), address long-standing circular debt, and transition towards a financially viable, competitive, and investment-friendly market. Key objectives include achieving cost-reflective tariffs, phasing out untargeted subsidies, and attracting private investment. While a significant structural reform for the energy sector, its immediate impact on Pakistan's gold and currency markets is expected to be indirect and gradual.

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