Pakistan's Energy Crisis Worsened by Strait of Hormuz Tensions
Pakistan's energy crisis has worsened due to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting supplies of imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) and reducing electricity generation. The country relies heavily on LNG imports from Qatar, which pass through the key global energy chokepoint.
The disruption comes as Pakistan is already grappling with higher fuel costs linked to instability in the Middle East. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's office said that due to transportation difficulties and regional tensions, RLNG (re-gasified liquefied natural gas) supplies have been affected, leading to a decline in electricity generation.
As a result of the shortage, load management has become necessary to maintain a balance between electricity demand and supply. The government has ordered power authorities to use all available resources to ensure that electricity outages do not exceed two hours in any part of the country.