Pakistan has received its second shipment of American crude oil, marking a key step toward energy diversification and reduced import dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers. The move highlights Islamabad’s growing economic cooperation with Washington under a broader trade partnership.
The MT Albany vessel, carrying one million barrels of premium West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude, arrived at Cnergyico’s offshore Single Point Mooring (SPM) terminal near Hub, Balochistan, on November 10. This follows the country’s first U.S. crude delivery in October, with a third shipment expected in January 2026 together worth over $200 million.
According to officials, this shift aims to secure more cost-efficient and cleaner energy sources.
“WTI’s light and sweet quality makes refining cheaper and environmentally friendlier,” an industry expert noted.
The use of Cnergyico’s deep-water terminal also allows Pakistan to handle large tankers, cutting freight costs and enhancing import viability.
Analysts say Pakistan’s engagement with the U.S. energy market could strengthen long-term energy security while signaling a strategic shift from traditional suppliers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE.