Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar met with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, during the Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit in Riyadh. The leaders strongly condemned the ongoing brutal campaign by Israeli forces against the Palestinian people in Gaza, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to address the humanitarian crisis. The bilateral meeting also focused on enhancing economic cooperation between Pakistan and Malaysia. Prime Minister Kakar briefed Prime Minister Ibrahim on the establishment of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and discussed areas for collaboration, including the revitalization of the Joint Ministerial Commission, vocational training, and the export of manpower. Additionally, Prime Minister Kakar expressed appreciation for the Power Division's successful crackdown on power theft, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting ongoing efforts to minimize annual losses. Secretary Power Division Rashid Langrial reported the recovery of Rs46 billion from power pilferers during the anti-power theft campaign, underscoring the significant progress made in a short period.
