5.18m MT LPG imported in five years, Senate told

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th Feb, 2026) The Senate was informed on Friday that Pakistan imported 5.18 million metric tons (MT) of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) over the past five years, with the government procuring supplies from international markets at competitive rates while pursuing measures to curb dependence on imports.

Responding to a question during Question Hour, the minister for parliamentary affairs said official data showed LPG imports stood at 852,641 MT in 2021-22, rising to 99,306 MT in 2022-23 and 1,219,912 MT in 2023-24. Imports increased further to 1,736,100 MT in 2024-25 before declining to 1,279,401 MT in 2025-26.

The cumulative total over the five-year period amounted to 5,187,360 MT, he added.

On a query regarding revenue generated from LPG imports, the minister said the matter involved technical calculations and detailed financial assessments.

He said a comprehensive response would be provided if a separate question specifically seeking revenue details was submitted.

The House was also told that the government was working to reduce reliance on imported LPG by enhancing domestic exploration and production of natural gas.

The minister said new wells were being explored and fresh gas discoveries made in various parts of the country, which would gradually contribute towards improved energy self-sufficiency.

Once commercially viable, new discoveries were immediately integrated into the national transmission system, he added.

He further noted that restrictions on new Sui gas connections — which had remained in place for several years — were lifted around three to four months ago following improved gas availability in the system.

Meanwhile, Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari clarified that LPG procurement was conducted through a competitive bidding process.

He said imports were sourced from multiple countries, including Oman and other regional suppliers, depending on where the most favourable prices were available. Pakistan also produces a portion of its LPG domestically at refineries and well-heads, while the remaining requirement is met through imports.

The minister said there was no exclusive arrangement with any single country for LPG imports.

He explained that international benchmark prices — particularly those announced monthly by Saudi Arabia — influenced regional price structures.

Both public and private sector importers procured LPG from the most economical sources and marketed it domestically in accordance with the officially notified pricing mechanism.

Awais Leghari reiterated the government’s commitment to transparency and accuracy in the information presented before the House.

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