Pakistan currently holds sufficient petroleum reserves to meet domestic fuel demand in the coming weeks, according to an official assessment document that outlines the country’s available stocks and upcoming import arrangements .
The report indicates that there is no immediate risk of a fuel shortage, as petroleum supplies have been secured until April. Local refineries are said to have around 392,000 metric tons of crude oil in storage, while the country’s daily crude oil consumption stands at approximately 36,000 metric tons.
In terms of refined products, refineries are maintaining about 404,000 metric tons of high-speed diesel (HSD). With an estimated daily consumption of 19,000 metric tons, the current reserves are considered adequate for nearly 27 days.
Similarly, petrol stocks across the country have reached 564,000 metric tons, against a daily usage of roughly 20,500 metric tons. Based on existing inventories, authorities believe petrol supplies will also remain sufficient for around four weeks.
The document further notes that 54,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are available nationwide, with daily demand averaging 6,000 metric tons, ensuring coverage for approximately two weeks. In addition, fuel reserves earmarked for commercial shipping operations are estimated to last for 14 days under current consumption patterns.
To reinforce supply stability, the government has scheduled fresh fuel imports during the ongoing month. Plans include the arrival of 630,000 metric tons of crude oil, along with purchase orders for 151,000 metric tons of diesel and 285,000 metric tons of petrol. Authorities have also finalized cargo arrangements for April, including 270,000 metric tons of petrol shipments from Saudi Aramco.
