Conflicting statements between Sudanese officials have raised concerns about the stability of fuel supplies in the country, amid escalating military tensions in the Middle East and the potential impact on navigation in vital maritime oil corridors.
The Sudanese Ministry of Energy announced last Thursday that the available stock of petroleum products is sufficient to cover consumer needs until next April.
The ministry confirmed that fuel distribution to service stations across the country is proceeding normally and will continue without interruption through the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Furthermore, the ministry urged citizens not to pay attention to rumors regarding a potential acute fuel crisis, emphasizing that supplies are secure and that relevant authorities are monitoring the situation continuously.
These reassurances appeared to contradict statements made by the Sudanese Minister of Finance, Gibril Ibrahim, on Friday evening. He warned that the country could be affected by a shortage of petroleum materials if the military escalation in the region continues, especially if navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted.
Ibrahim stated that Sudan could face supply chain problems if the movement of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz stops or slows down. These concerns also extend to the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea, which could impact the arrival of oil supplies to the country.
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