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Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring price stability, maintaining adequate supplies of essential commodities, and safeguarding consumer interests. He expressed this commitment while chairing a committee meeting in Islamabad today to review the sugar availability situation in the country.
According to Radio Pakistan, during the meeting, the committee reviewed the progress of sugar imports and market prices in line with the notified rates agreed upon by the provinces. While a downward trend in prices was noted, it was observed that market rates remain slightly above the notified levels.
The committee was informed that imported sugar is expected to begin arriving in Karachi by the end of September.