Pakistan has secured strategic petroleum reserves for June 2026, as rising tensions across the Middle East raised serious concerns about potential disruptions to the fuel supply chains.
The Ministry of Petroleum confirmed that 446 metric tons of crude oil have been secured for the month June, ensuring uninterrupted energy availability during this period.
Officials further confirmed that 201 metric tons of diesel have also been arranged for June, providing a critical buffer against any supply chain disruptions linked to regional instability.
Authorities estimated that 98 metric tons of petrol will be sourced domestically for June, reducing dependence on imports and strengthening the overall internal fuel supply security.
The government has also secured 18 metric tons of jet fuel for June, ensuring that aviation operations across the country remain unaffected during any potential regional supply disruptions.
JP-8 military-grade fuel reserves have been secured for a period of 12 days, ensuring that emergency operations and critical supply lines face no interruptions during any unforeseen crisis.
Officials confirmed that 18 metric tons of LPG have been arranged for June, safeguarding household and industrial energy needs against any shortfall caused by ongoing Middle East instability.
Following a ceasefire, the government intends to develop a long-term energy security plan, aimed at protecting the country from future supply disruptions caused by regional geopolitical crises.
LNG boost for Pakistan
Pakistan received two LNG cargos from Qatar within a week, as carriers arrived Port Qasim to meet energy needs, including MV Al Kharaitiyat carrying over 95,000 tons Wednesday.
A second tanker Mihzem anchored at the port with 56,573 metric tons of LNG supplied by Qatar under a government to government agreement between Pakistan and Qatar.
Two additional LNG tankers carrying Qatari gas are expected to arrive soon, while Pakistan has held discussions with Iran to facilitate tanker passage through the Strait vital area.
Iran agreed to assist coordinating safe passage of vessels carrying gas under the agreement with Qatar, supporting supplies from one of the largest LNG exporters reliably efficiently.
Pakistan extends deadline for import of petroleum products
Earlier this month, Pakistan extended the deadline for importing crude oil and petroleum products on relaxed CIF rules until July 10 2026 enabling companies to continue purchases.
According to SBP notification the earlier 60-day relaxation introduced in March 2026 has now been extended ensuring uninterrupted fuel imports for domestic growing energy needs.
Officials from Oil Companies Advisory Council explained insurers refused coverage after global reinsurers withdrew amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz forcing Pakistan to rely on CIF imports handled by suppliers.
