Deregulation

Petroleum Ministry considers giving oil companies control over fuel pricing, with daily price changes expected

Federal govt will transfer authority to set petroleum prices from government to oil marketing companies, say sources

Unite against OGRA’s proposal, fear hyperinflation and mass exploitation

Illicit oil trade, price deregulation may put plant upgrade plans in jeopardy

The federal cabinet approves doctors' prescription restrictions, and appointments in various sectors

In Pakistan, problems in one sector can lead to circular debt in another

Insists it is globally competitive, can thrive in deregulated environment

The growing global tide of protectionism does not bode well for exports