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Pakistan prepares offshore oil and gas exploration restart after nearly 20 years

A Turkish Petroleum-operated seismic survey vessel is expected in Karachi between November 17 and 20 to lead offshore exploration work aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s long-term energy security.

Pakistan prepares offshore oil and gas exploration restart after nearly 20 years

Pakistan is preparing to resume offshore oil and gas exploration after a gap of nearly 20 years, with a Turkish Petroleum-operated seismic survey vessel expected to lead the work.

The vessel is due to arrive in Karachi between November 17 and 20. Its expected arrival marks a step in energy cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye, as the two countries work together to explore Pakistan’s offshore energy potential.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s long-term energy security, with offshore exploration forming the focus of the planned cooperation.

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