Pakistan has been forced to rely on expensive spot market imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) after QatarEnergy extended the force majeure imposed following the attack on its Ras Laffan LNG production complex. The extension is expected to increase Pakistan’s energy import costs and place additional pressure on the country’s fuel supply. Read More: Pakistan buys spot […]
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Pakistan receives second LNG cargo from Qatar in three days
Pakistan has received its second liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from Qatar within three days, as authorities move to strengthen energy supplies amid regional supply disruptions and rising electricity demand. According to official sources, the LNG carrier Muhzamm, carrying approximately 160,000 cubic metres of liquefied natural gas, docked at Port Qasim in Karachi on Friday. […]
Second LNG vessel from Qatar reaches Karachi after Hormuz transit
A second liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessel carrying cargo from Qatar has successfully arrived in Karachi after passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, according to official sources. The vessel had reportedly experienced delays after being temporarily halted in the Strait of Hormuz before resuming its journey towards Pakistan. Sources confirmed that the ship […]
Pakistan rejects LNG bids amid hopes of cheaper Qatar supply
Pakistan has rejected the lowest international bids for liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports, signalling a shift in its procurement strategy amid expectations of cheaper supply from long-term agreements with Qatar. Read More: Pakistan seeks two LNG cargoes for May According to officials familiar with the development, Pakistan opted not to accept the most competitive offers received for two […]
80 million litres of diesel shipment from Kuwait reaches Karachi port
A Pakistani vessel carrying 80 million litres of diesel from Kuwait has successfully arrived at Karachi Port, providing relief amid ongoing concerns over regional shipping disruptions and fuel supply stability. Read More: Pakistan-bound tanker exits Strait of Hormuz with Kuwait diesel: report According to Karachi Port Trust (KPT) sources, the vessel named Khair Pur docked at […]
Middle East tensions disrupt Pakistan’s sea trade
Escalating military conflict in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have triggered widespread disruption to global shipping, raising fears of delays and higher costs for Pakistan’s trade and energy supplies. Read More: Pakistan’s trade deficit with Middle East narrows 4pc in Q1 FY26 The narrow maritime corridor, linking the Persian Gulf with the […]
India seeks weekly data on Russian oil imports amid US trade talks
India has asked its oil refiners to submit weekly data on crude imports from Russia and the United States, as New Delhi works to advance a long-pending trade deal with Washington. Sources familiar with the matter said the move is aimed at ensuring timely and verified figures when discussions with US officials intensify. The request […]