Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday instructed the petroleum minister to take a more proactive role in improving Pakistan’s fuel import supply chain.
He issued these directions while chairing a review meeting on the implementation of fuel conservation and austerity measures in light of the evolving regional situation, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office.
Officials briefed the meeting that the overall situation is under close observation, with detailed records of petroleum products being maintained to quickly identify any irregularities.
The prime minister stressed that all relevant departments must stay prepared to implement emergency measures until conditions stabilize.
Participants were informed that the country currently holds sufficient petroleum reserves to meet demand, and that directives issued by the prime minister are being effectively implemented.
It was also shared that the Intelligence Bureau will submit a monitoring report evaluating the execution of these measures.
The meeting noted that cabinet members have voluntarily forgone their salaries, while reduced fuel consumption in government departments is already yielding positive outcomes. These savings are expected to help ease the burden on the public during the ongoing situation.
Officials further confirmed that the country has adequate stocks of medicines to meet national needs.
Earlier, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability nationwide.
He stated that current stock levels and supply projections remain stable, adding that there is no justification for panic buying or unnecessary hoarding of fuel based on the data reviewed.
Aurangzeb directed all relevant ministries, regulators, and agencies to maintain strong coordination and continue strict monitoring of fuel stocks and supply chains to ensure smooth operations and sustain public confidence through timely and accurate communication.
