Asian Nations Revive Covid-Era Measures to Combat Fuel Crisis Amid West Asia War

• Asian countries are re-implementing remote work, online classes, and price caps to save fuel due to rising prices from the West Asia war.
• Thailand mandates full work-from-home for state agencies and urges energy conservation; TV presenters remove jackets to promote less AC use.
• Singapore appeals for energy-efficient appliances and electric vehicles; Pakistan cancels Republic Day parade and moves schools online.
• Sri Lanka declares Wednesdays public holidays to conserve fuel; South Korea considers price caps on petroleum products and WFH measures.
• Japan allocates 800 billion yen for gasoline subsidies; New Zealand provides financial aid to low-income families; Australia doubles penalties for fuel price gouging.