Petrol pump owners call off strike after talks with govt

ISLAMABAD: The All Pakistan Petrol Pump Owners Association has called off its strike call following successful negotiations with the government.

According to the association, its concerns regarding dealer margins and the mechanism for determining daily petroleum prices have been addressed.

Association representatives said the government has given 15 days to review both matters.

“We are grateful to the government for considering our demands,” said Noman Butt, a representative of the petrol pump owners.

The association had earlier threatened a nationwide strike over the issues.

Officials said the 15-day period will be used to hold further consultations before a final decision is taken.