Pakistan’s leadership, including Asif Ali Zardari and Shehbaz Sharif, has agreed on nationwide austerity measures to address the ongoing fuel crisis and economic pressures.
Provinces will share the oil subsidy burden under the NFC Award formula, marking improved coordination between federal and provincial governments. The proposal for smart lockdowns has been shelved for now.
Key steps include grounding 60% of official vehicles and cutting development spending, with savings redirected toward public relief. Authorities assured that fuel supplies remain stable despite global uncertainties.
The government also plans to promote fuel conservation through public transport use and stricter implementation of austerity measures, aiming to protect vulnerable segments while managing economic challenges.
