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Prime Minister Coordinator Outlines Inflation Reduction Strategy and Relief Measures for Federal Budget
Finance Tech April 13, 2026

Prime Minister Coordinator Outlines Inflation Reduction Strategy and Relief Measures for Federal Budget

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Prime Minister Coordinator Rana Ihsan Afzal Khan confirms the upcoming federal budget will prioritize public relief and austerity without imposing new financial burdens.

National Assembly Surrenders 472 Million to Treasury Amid Federal Austerity Drive
Economy April 7, 2026

National Assembly Surrenders 472 Million to Treasury Amid Federal Austerity Drive

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The National Assembly Secretariat deposits 472.1 million rupees into the national treasury as Speaker Ayaz Sadiq implements strict cost-saving measures.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Announces Massive Petrol Levy Reduction Amid Global Energy Crisis
Economy April 6, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Announces Massive Petrol Levy Reduction Amid Global Energy Crisis

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PM Shehbaz Sharif slashes petrol levy by Rs80 per litre to provide relief as Pakistan navigates a fuel crunch caused by the Middle East conflict and rising global prices.

Government Introduces Targeted Petrol Subsidy for Motorcyclists Amid Global Oil Surge
Economy April 4, 2026

Government Introduces Targeted Petrol Subsidy for Motorcyclists Amid Global Oil Surge

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Advisor Khurram Schehzad confirms fuel price hikes driven by international crises while announcing targeted relief for bikers through BISP data integration.

Sindh Government Considers Smart Lockdowns to Tackle Fuel Crisis Amid Middle East Conflict
Money Press March 25, 2026

Sindh Government Considers Smart Lockdowns to Tackle Fuel Crisis Amid Middle East Conflict

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Local Government Minister Nasir Hussain Shah confirms Sindh may implement smart lockdowns and strict austerity measures to conserve fuel as global oil prices surge.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Urges Fuel Conservation Amid Escalating Gulf Energy Crisis
Money Press March 23, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Urges Fuel Conservation Amid Escalating Gulf Energy Crisis

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PM Shehbaz Sharif chairs high-level meeting in Islamabad, calling for nationwide fuel-saving measures and austerity to navigate potential supply disruptions from the Middle East.

PM Shehbaz Reaffirms Economic Stability and Petroleum Security Amid Global Tensions
Economy March 20, 2026

PM Shehbaz Reaffirms Economic Stability and Petroleum Security Amid Global Tensions

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif prioritizes public relief and fuel security, introducing the Pak App reporting feature and third-party audits for austerity measures.

Pakistan Implements Massive Salary Cuts for SOE Employees Amid Global Energy Crisis
Money Press March 18, 2026

Pakistan Implements Massive Salary Cuts for SOE Employees Amid Global Energy Crisis

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PM Shehbaz Sharif mandates 5-30% salary cuts for SOE employees as part of a rigorous austerity drive to mitigate the impact of the US-Iran war on fuel prices.

Pakistan Banking Sector Implements Austerity Measures and Hybrid Work Models to Drive Operational Efficiency
Finance Tech March 16, 2026

Pakistan Banking Sector Implements Austerity Measures and Hybrid Work Models to Drive Operational Efficiency

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Pakistan’s banks shift to remote work on Fridays and adopt digital-first austerity measures following new State Bank of Pakistan guidelines to cut costs.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Announces Remote Work and Four Day Workweek for Government Offices
Economy March 12, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Announces Remote Work and Four Day Workweek for Government Offices

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif introduces a four day workweek and 50 percent remote work for government staff to conserve fuel amid the Middle East economic crisis.

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