Govt to supply power to exporters at lower tariff.

The government is striving to revive the country's economy by working to ensure energy supply at concessionary rates, which is the topmost priority, said Punjab Governor Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar.

Talking to a delegation of businessmen on Friday, the governor said that the government was taking all steps to ensure a business and investment-friendly environment as it was imperative for economic progress and prosperity of the country.

"We are aware of the problems being faced by the trade and industrial sectors, and are undertaking every possible measure to provide a level playing field to the business community," he said.

Sarwar added that the government was also striving to reduce the cost of doing business by ensuring energy supply at concessionary tariffs to the export-oriented industry.

He appreciated the role being played by the private sector in the country's economic development. He stressed that at present, tough economic conditions called for taking difficult...