Gwadar in the Regional Energy Equation: Strategic Opportunity or Costly Promise for Pakistan?
Marine bunkering services have begun at Gwadar. Meanwhile, according to reporting in June 2026, the proposed $10 billion Saudi refinery announced for the port in 2019 had yet to attract the promised investment. These contrasting experiences raise a fundamental question: where should Pakistan begin with Gwadar’s development?
The strongest starting point is commercial activity with existing customers and measurable revenue. That can provide a foundation for larger investments. Pakistani fuel, a new market According to a July 2026 announcement by Pakistan’s Port Community System, Gwadar’s…
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