Iran War Triggers Energy Crisis: Asian Nations Close Schools, Offices, Adopt WFH, 4-Day Weeks
Iran War Triggers Energy Crisis: Asian Nations Close Schools, Offices, Adopt WFH, 4-Day Weeks
- •Iran war severely disrupts oil supply to Asian nations, especially after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- •Thailand implements work-from-home and sets AC to 26°C; Philippines adopts a 4-day work week due to oil shortages.
- •Pakistan closes schools for two weeks, mandates a 4-day work week and WFH for federal offices to conserve fuel.
- •Sri Lanka and Taiwan raise fuel prices; Bangladesh rations oil and closes universities to manage energy crisis.
- •India experiences airfare hikes, South Korea considers fuel price increases, and Europe faces rising jet fuel costs.
