Meth, foreign liquor of worth $132mn seized in joint operation

A joint intelligence-based counter-narcotics operation conducted by the Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA), and the Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Gadani successfully foiled a major smuggling attempt near Gadani, Balochistan, resulting in the seizure of 500 kilograms of Methamphetamine (ICE) and 3,500 bottles of foreign liquor, a statement said on Saturday.

The seized item had an estimated international market value of $132 million, approximately equivalent to Rs37 billion.

“Acting on precise and actionable intelligence, the joint team intercepted the illicit consignments during coordinated maritime operations. The foreign liquor was being smuggled into Pakistan through international sea routes, while the narcotics consignment was intended for an international destination.

Following the successful interception, the Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Gadani formally assumed custody of the seized contraband during a ceremony held at the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency Headquarters in Karachi, in accordance with legal procedures, the statement from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) said.

On Friday, Pakistan Customs seized gold and silver valued at more than Rs306 million at international airports during the first five months of FY26, according to the FBR.

Data released on Friday shows that authorities intercepted 234.133 tolas (2.73 kg) of gold worth Rs100.67 million, along with 30,785 tolas (359 kg) of silver valued at Rs205.67 million.