Pakistan Ends Some Austerity Measures – Here’s What’s Changing
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the rollback of several austerity steps that were introduced back in March. These measures were originally put in place due to rising global fuel prices amid tensions between Iran and the US.
Here’s what’s being reversed:
✅ Work-from-home is over – employees are back to offices
✅ Additional holidays have been cancelled
✅ Fuel quotas for officials are now unrestricted
✅ Government vehicles – previously grounded at 60% – are back on the road
But not everything is changing. The 9 PM market closure rule stays in place. Shops, malls, and markets must close by 9 PM, while restaurants and cafés can stay open until 11 PM. Delivery services remain exempt.
So, while the government is easing some restrictions, the market timings are here to stay – at least for now.
What do you think – is this a step in the right direction or too soon? Let me know in the comments. 👇
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available reports. The image is AI-generated and for reference only.
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