Millions of Pakistanis get government fuel relief but some miss out

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

Pakistan has subsidised petrol for millions, but some economists caution that those most needing help are left out.

Key facts

  • Pakistan has subsidised petrol for millions, but some economists caution that those most needing help are left out.
  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:02:40 UTC.

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