Pakistan Diversifies Crude Sourcing Amid Middle East Maritime Security Risks

Pakistan is actively seeking non-Middle Eastern crude oil suppliers, including the U.S., Nigeria, and Central Asian states, to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea. This shift represents a strategic pivot to ensure energy security as regional conflict risks threaten traditional import routes. The feasibility of these alternative logistics remains uncertain due to potential cost premiums and infrastructure constraints.