Pakistan Fuel Prices

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting regarding long term energy planning and export strategy during current international situation, in Islamabad on 7 April 2026. (PMO)

Pakistan to expand renewable energy to shield economy, exports amid Middle East crisis

Pakistan’s renewable energy now generates 55% of electricity, shielding it from regional oil disruptions. PM Shahbaz Sharif aims for 90% renewables in a decade while securing Gulf export routes.

July 11, 2026

Pakistan orders early market closures amid Middle Eastern crisis

Steps include early market closures, reduced business hours, and offering free public transport to reduce vehicular traffic and fuel usage amid regional tensions.

April 6, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting to review implementation of fuel conservation and austerity measures in Islamabad on Monday, March 30, 2026. (PMO)

Pakistan cuts government spending, rejects oil price hikes amid Gulf oil crisis

PM Sharif chairs emergency review as Islamabad draws on austerity savings to shield lower-income citizens from mounting fuel pressures.

March 30, 2026

Pakistan government allocates Rs125B to curb fuel price hike

Prime Minister Sharif says public relief top priority; review meeting informed arrangements for petrol imports for April have been completed.

March 29, 2026