ISLAMABAD / DOHA — In a strategic move to secure the country’s energy future, Pakistan and Qatar are nearing a final agreement for the supply of four additional LNG cargoes. This development comes at a critical time as the petroleum division faces an urgent call to meet rising electricity demand with the onset of summer. Amidst the ongoing regional tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, the government has requested Doha for steady supplies, ensuring that Pakistani-flagged ships are prepared to navigate the Middle Eastern chokepoints.
The move is being hailed as a major win for energy security, as the power division seeks to avoid a significant electricity shortfall. Sources indicate that both nations are working on a fast-track mechanism to ensure the arrival of these cargoes within the next few weeks. This agreement is expected to provide much-needed relief to industrial and domestic consumers, stabilizing energy prices and ensuring a consistent power supply as the peak summer season approaches.
