Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) delegation have agreed to form a joint committee. It will recommend petroleum relief measures and a phased reduction in the petroleum levy.

JI Ameer Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman led the delegation. Other participants included Liaquat Baloch, Syed Farasat Shah, Nasrullah Randhawa and Inayatullah, according to a Prime Minister’s Office news release.

The prime minister thanked JI for choosing dialogue to address rising petroleum prices.

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During the meeting, JI leaders presented their position on abolishing the petroleum levy and providing public relief.

Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the financial pressure that rising fuel prices had placed on citizens. He said the government was pursuing diplomatic efforts to resolve the regional crisis and restore normal conditions.

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According to the prime minister, regional and international developments had contributed to rising oil prices. He added that the government was providing relief within its financial capacity and would continue those efforts.

12.7 Million People Registered for Relief Scheme

The prime minister also briefed the delegation on assistance for low-income groups affected by petroleum prices. He said 12.7 million people had registered under the existing relief scheme.

Both sides agreed to establish a six-member committee. The government and JI will each nominate three members.

The committee will prepare recommendations on two key issues:

• Expand petroleum relief: Extend the existing scheme to help more deserving people.
• Reduce the petroleum levy: Develop practical proposals for a phased reduction through the budget.

These recommendations will guide further discussions on fuel-price relief and possible changes to the petroleum levy.