Pakistan, July 21 -- Pakistan has purchased its seventh spot LNG cargo since Qatar Energy declared force majeure earlier this year, paying a record price of $21.88 per MMBtu as ongoing regional tensions continue to disrupt long-term gas supplies.

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Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) received only one bid for its latest spot tender, which was submitted by TotalEnergies Gas and Power Limited. The offer was reviewed and found technically and commercially compliant before being accepted by authorities.

The cargo, with a volume of 140,000 cubic metres, is scheduled for delivery during the July 27-28 window. The purchase highlights Pakistan's increasing dependence on the expensive spot LNG market due to...