The stalemate between the government and wind IPPs continues as well due to hurdles arising from involvement of from multilateral donors. Now, the leadership wants the same deal with Chinese IPPs under CPEC and wind IPPs. Keeping in view the current situation, the Power Division submitted a proposal to CCOE for further deliberation and to draft the way forward. It suggested to continue negotiations with the wind IPPs, financed by lenders other than DFC, in line with the initiated agreements. During the discussion, it was noted by the CCOE that majority of the wind IPPs were keen to proceed with the initiated agreements.

Source: The Express Tribune February 20, 2022 22:10 UTC