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Islamabad: Battling the impact of the global oil crisis, Pakistan has taken drastic measures to reduce spending. According to media reports, the government has decided to implement War Austerity measures in the country.
According to The Dawn, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif announced several major decisions. The government has decided to implement a four-day work week in government offices to reduce energy and fuel consumption. Additionally, schools and colleges will remain closed for the next two weeks, while university classes will continue online for the time being.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif also announced that 50 percent less fuel will be given to all government and official vehicles for the next two months to control oil consumption.
In addition, as part of the cost-cutting measures, MPs’ salaries will also be cut by 25 percent. According to the report, the government says that rising global oil prices and the supply crisis have increased pressure on the country’s economy, making it necessary to conserve energy and reduce government spending.
Pakistan government’s big decision amid oil crisis, schools-colleges closed for two weeks, four-day week in offices
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