Pakistan Considers Four-Day Work Week to Save Fuel
What Happened
The Pakistan government is considering fuel-saving measures including a four-day working week, rotational attendance, remote work and earlier closure of markets and commercial establishments. The proposals were reviewed at a meeting chaired by Shehbaz Sharif amid rising petroleum prices and concerns about oil-supply disruptions.
Key Takeaways
The measures are still proposals, not a confirmed nationwide lockdown. Reporting is also inconsistent within the government: Information Minister Atta Tarar indicated austerity measures could return, while Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik said no discussion on a “smart lockdown” had taken place.