Islamabad, March 26, 2026: President Asif Ali Zardari chaired a high-level consultative meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr to review Pakistan’s evolving economic and energy situation amid global oil supply constraints and rising petroleum prices, as well as regional security developments.
The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and key federal ministers including Finance, Energy and Petroleum, Interior, and Economic Affairs, along with Secretary Finance. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar also participated.
Discussions focused on the impact of global oil and gas price fluctuations on Pakistan’s economy, managing inflationary pressures, and ensuring energy security. Finance and Petroleum Ministers briefed the forum on ongoing measures to stabilize petroleum prices, enforce fiscal discipline through austerity, and manage the effects of rising fuel costs on critical sectors.
The meeting also addressed broader regional developments and their implications for Pakistan’s economic outlook, food security, and national stability. Leaders stressed the importance of a coordinated national response and maintaining policy decisions that safeguard public interests while ensuring institutional coordination.
In addition, the meeting highlighted public awareness initiatives to reduce fuel consumption, encourage the use of public transport, and promote shared ride systems as part of energy conservation efforts.
President Zardari underscored that economic management, energy planning, food security, and national security must remain closely aligned to navigate the current challenges, ensuring stability and resilience in the face of regional and global uncertainties.
This high-level consultative approach reflects Pakistan’s commitment to strategic coordination between government institutions and public engagement to address pressing economic and energy challenges.