ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Authorities throughout Pakistan received instructions from the Ministry of Interior Pakistan to enhance security measures for essential petroleum facilities because of increasing geopolitical tensions and potential global oil supply chain disruptions.
The federal government issued an official letter to law enforcement agencies, which stated that both the petroleum product supply and critical energy infrastructure protection now represent national security priorities.
The directive entails that oil depots and storage terminals and refineries, pipeline installations, and distribution centers, which both government and private oil marketing companies operate, constitute essential elements for maintaining national economic stability.
The facilities provide constant fuel delivery service, which supports transportation needs, power generation requirements, aviation operations, and industrial activities.
Authorities received orders to establish security systems through collaboration with district administrations and law enforcement agencies. The security operations now center on defending major oil depots and refineries, pipeline pumping stations, LPG storage and filling plants, and aviation fuel storage facilities.
Pakistan takes this action because it needs to observe how the Gulf region situation develops and how this development affects global energy supply networks.
The high-octane petrol price increased
Prime Minister on Sunday announced an increase of Rs200 per litre levy on high-octane petrol used in luxury vehicles.
According to the media wing of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the move is expected to generate Rs9 billion in monthly savings for the government, from which the ordinary people will be given relief.
During a video meeting chaired by PM Shehbaz, it was decided to “increase the current levy on luxury vehicles used by the richest class, which is Rs 100 per liter, by Rs 200 per liter.”
The Prime Minister took notice that the levy on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles should be increased, a statement issued by PMO said.
It added that a levy of Rs 300 per liter will now be applicable on high-octane fuel used in the most expensive vehicles.
