The government has assured that Pakistan’s fuel supply remains secure, with sufficient reserves of petrol and diesel available to meet domestic demand in the coming weeks. Officials said imports for March and April have already been arranged, while the country’s oil supply chain continues to operate without disruption.
The assurance came during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on energy, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, where participants reviewed the evolving energy landscape in light of rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The session focused on assessing both domestic preparedness and the potential impact of global market volatility on Pakistan’s fuel availability.
According to officials who briefed the committee, existing stocks of petrol and high-speed diesel are at comfortable levels. Local refineries are functioning at normal capacity, contributing steadily to supply, while import schedules have been secured in advance to avoid any shortfall.
The meeting was also informed that Pakistan is maintaining close coordination with friendly countries, including Saudi Arabia, to ensure uninterrupted oil supplies. This cooperation is seen as a key factor in insulating the country from external shocks amid ongoing regional instability.
Authorities are closely monitoring fluctuations in international oil prices and evaluating their impact on domestic pricing. Officials noted that the government is actively reviewing the gap between global and local fuel prices to make timely policy decisions, while also preparing contingency measures to prevent any disruption in supply.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining energy security, stating that uninterrupted availability of petroleum products remains a top priority.
