Azerbaijan’s state energy company SOCAR has said it is ready to supply liquefied natural gas to Pakistan. The announcement comes as Pakistan seeks additional LNG cargoes to address a growing energy shortfall. The development could help ease pressure on the country’s energy system.
According to SOCAR, an existing framework agreement allows direct LNG purchases between SOCAR Trading and Pakistan LNG Limited. The company said it can supply LNG once a formal request is submitted by Islamabad. Moreover, it did not confirm whether any request has already been made.
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Pakistan continues to face rising energy demand and declining domestic gas production. The country remains dependent on imported LNG to meet power and industrial needs. Additionally, global price fluctuations have increased supply challenges.
The power division has already requested around 400 million cubic feet per day of LNG. This is aimed at supporting electricity generation during high-demand periods. Furthermore, authorities are exploring multiple international supply options.
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Meanwhile, Pakistan is also in advanced talks with Qatar for additional LNG cargoes. Earlier disruptions in global supply routes have added uncertainty to imports. However, officials expect new arrangements to stabilize short-term energy needs.