Lahore, Pakistan, April 8, 2026 (AFP) - Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock

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2026-04-08

Pakistan's solar power push has cushioned the full impact of the war in the Middle East, analysts said, despite lingering concerns over fuel supplies and rising prices. A study published last month assessed that the uptake of solar around 2018 helped the country avoid more than $12 billion in oil and gas imports up to February this year. At projected market prices, it could save a further $6.3 billion by the end of 2026, said Renewables First and......

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