Punjab and Chinese company TBEA sign agreement for setting up a 1000 megawatt solar energy plant

An agreement was signed between Punjab government and Chinese Company TBEA for cooperation in energy sector during energy conference held today. Under the agreement, the Chinese company will set up a 1000 megawatt solar plant in Cholistan. Secretary Energy and Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese company signed the agreement. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif lauded the cooperation of China in energy sector and said that energy problem will be overcome through setting up of power generation projects from alternative sources with the help of friendly countries. He welcomed the agreement signed during energy conference and said that these projects will be completed expeditiously.