PM Shehbaz Convenes Cabinet Meeting on Fuel Margins, Economy, Security

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened a federal cabinet session to consider a proposed Rs.

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• The proposed growth in dealer margins for petrol and diesel follows a decision by the Economic Coordination Committee at its August 14 gathering.
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• As sources indicate, the cabinet session is scheduled for 10: 30 a.m.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened a federal cabinet session to consider a proposed Rs. 1.34 per liter growth in fuel dealer margins, along with the country's economic situation, security and regional developments.

As sources indicate, the cabinet session is scheduled for 10: 30 a.m. At the Prime Minister's House. The Cabinet Division has notified members regarding the session. Govt Announces Massive Discount on Diesel.

In practice, the proposed growth in dealer margins for petrol and diesel follows a decision by the Economic Coordination Committee at its August 14 gathering. The ECC's decision will be placed before the federal cabinet for formal ratification.

If approved, the dealer margin will growth by Rs. 1.34 per liter for both petrol and diesel, potentially adding to the cost structure of petroleum products for consumers. The cabinet will additionally review the country's overall economic situation, national security and internal law and order during the gathering.

While decisions taken by various cabinet committees in recent meetings will additionally be presented for formal approval, members are projected to discuss recent geopolitical developments and regional affairs.

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Taken together, the developments around PM Shehbaz Convenes Cabinet Meeting on Fuel Margins, Economy, Security point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.