Pakistan's Economic Crisis Deepens: 60% Government Vehicles Grounded Amidst Austerity Drive

• Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif attempted to mediate in the Iran-Israel tensions while his country faced severe economic distress.
• A high-level meeting on March 30, 2026, revealed Pakistan is in an 'economic coma', forcing drastic austerity measures.
• The government has banned 60% of its vehicles due to a lack of funds for fuel, signaling a state of near-bankruptcy.
• Development budgets have been drastically cut, sacrificing future growth to address immediate financial woes.
• Despite claims of relief for common citizens, these measures are expected to worsen inflation and administrative efficiency.