Provinces Reject Nationwide Smart Lockdown Plan Amid Economic Concerns

A proposal for a nationwide smart lockdown in Pakistan has been rejected by provincial governments during a high-level meeting chaired by Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad. According to sources, the meeting explored the possibility of implementing targeted lockdowns across the country. However, provinces opposed enforcing a countrywide restriction, emphasizing the need for localized measures instead…

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Provinces Agree to Share Oil Subsidy Burden Under NFC as Govt Implements Austerity Measures

In a major policy shift, Pakistan’s provinces have agreed to share the financial burden of oil subsidies under the National Finance Commission (NFC) formula, as the federal government intensifies efforts to manage the ongoing fuel and economic crisis. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting chaired by President Asif Ali Zardari, with Prime Minister…

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