Pakistan LPG shortage worsens after border closure, traders say

Business Recorder • Oct 23, 2026

LAHORE: The closure of two key border crossings between Pakistan and Iran has halted liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports into Pakistan, causing shortages and driving up prices, traders said. The Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings were closed on October 17, wi...

LAHORE: The closure of two key border crossings between Pakistan and Iran has halted liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports into Pakistan, causing shortages and driving up prices, traders said. The Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings were closed on October 17, with Pakistan and Iran giving different reasons for the move. The Balochistan government, in the Pakistani province where the crossings are located, said the temp...