Government and Jamaat-e-Islami enter final stage of petroleum levy talks
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with a Jamaat-e-Islami delegation on Monday to discuss the removal of the petroleum levy and consumer relief measures.
Agreement reached on relief scope
Both sides agreed that discussions have entered their final stage regarding energy pricing and public assistance. The government acknowledged the validity of JI demands following a nationwide protest campaign. Liaquat Baloch confirmed that agreements were made to provide relief to the agriculture sector, public transport, and specific vehicle categories.
Committee formation for fuel scheme
The two parties agreed to form a bipartisan committee to expand the existing fuel relief scheme. This committee will work on practical measures to ease the economic burden on low-income citizens. Officials stated that consultations over energy pricing and public relief will continue in the coming days.
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