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Oil Shock: Is Pakistan Heading Toward Rs300 Petrol?

Global oil markets are reacting sharply as tensions escalate across the Middle East. Brent crude has already climbed toward $80 per barrel, and one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints — the Strait of Hormuz — is facing disruptions. For Pakistan, a country heavily dependent on imported fuel, the implications could be significant. The government has indicated that global oil price increases will be fully passed through to domestic consumers, meaning petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan will adjust in line with international markets. But the real question goes beyond the petrol pump. Higher oil prices affect inflation, the rupee, and Pakistan’s import bill. With nearly 40% of the consumer basket linked to energy costs, an oil shock can quickly ripple through transport, electricity, and food prices. In this video, we break down: What higher oil prices could mean for petrol prices in Pakistan How energy shocks impact inflation and household costs And the potential risks for Pakistan’s currency and import bill Featuring insights from Dr. Afia Malik, Ali Khizar, and Maaz Azam, this analysis explains how global energy shocks translate into real economic consequences for Pakistan. Follow Pakistan & Counting on: X: https://x.com/PakAndCounting FB:   / pakistanandcounting   IG:   / pakistanandcounting   Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pakistanandco... LI:   / pakistan-and-counting