Pakistan reportedly orders 9 p.m. market closures and government fuel cuts
A post citing Reuters describes a 50% cut in fuel allocations for most government vehicles for three months, plus a ban on new state vehicle purchases and restrictions on foreign travel.
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The Kobeissi Letter reported on September 18, 2026, that Pakistan had mandated 9 p.m. market closures amid a fuel and gas crisis. A post citing Reuters said fuel allocations for most government vehicles were being cut by 50% for three months, alongside a ban on new state vehicle purchases and restrictions on foreign travel. The Kobeissi Letter also reported a 5% reduction in non-employee-related spending and a ban on official dinners, except those hosted for foreign visitors and delegations.
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