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Petroleum dealers call strike tomorrow as talks with govt fail

petrol prices in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Petrol stations in Pakistan will remain closed on July 5 due to a strike announced by dealers in response to the “unfair” tax measures introduced in the recent 2024-25 budget. The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association confirmed the strike after failing to reach an agreement with the government. Following discussions with government officials, the dealers … Read more

Petroleum dealers postpone strike for two days

Petroleum dealers

KARACHI: Petroleum dealers have decided to postpone the strike for two days after they have been given written assurances. It has been decided during negotiations held between Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik and Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association that within 48 hours, the committee will sit again and finalise the dealers’ commission. The Advisor … Read more

Petroleum dealers announce nationwide strike on July 22

Petroleum dealers strike

KARACHI: The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) on Thursday revealed an indefinite strike, starting from July 22 (Saturday). PPDA Chairman Abdul Sami Khan has officially stated that the association is asking the government to raise the commission for distributors. The notice adds that the association sent a letter to the Minister of Petroleum, Musadik Malik, … Read more