OMV DELEGATION MEETS HAFEEZ SHAIKH

Islamabad, May 26, 2005

A three-member delegation of OMV (Pakistan) led by Mr. George Wachtel, General Manager OMV called on Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh Federal Minister for Privatisation & Investment here today.

The delegation expressed their keen interest to expand their business and investment activities in Pakistan through exploration in the Oil & Gas sector in the new areas and by participating in the related sectors of privatisation program. Mr. Wolfgang Remp, Senior Vice President, Exploration & Production International from Vienna Head Office informed the Minister regarding company's achievements in Pakistan and said that Pakistan has vast potential in the Oil and Gas sector and provides conducive investment atmosphere.

Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh assured the delegation of due assistance for expanding their investment in Pakistan and stated that the government's all policies were aimed at attracting maximum investment in the country. We provide level playing field to local and foreign investors without any discrimination among them in all the sectors of economy, he said.

The Minister appreciated OMV's active role in the Oil & Gas industry of Pakistan and hoped that the company would also focus on social services in their areas of activity.