Top leadership meets as Iran war disrupts oil supplies and drives energy crisis

Pakistan's top leadership met to tackle rising fuel costs and energy risks. The meeting, chaired by President Asif Ali Zardari, included Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and key cabinet members. They discussed the impact of the Iran conflict on global oil and gas supplies. The conflict has disrupted critical supply routes, raising import costs and intensifying pressure on energy-importing economies like Pakistan. The country's oil import bill has reached approximately $10.71 billion. Officials highlighted the need for coordinated policymaking to cushion the effects of higher fuel costs. The meeting emphasized the importance of maintaining national consensus and strengthening institutional coordination to navigate the crisis.