LAHORE, November 8, 2026: Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to ensure that reductions in petroleum prices benefit ordinary citizens and translate into lower prices of essential commodities.
The former prime minister made the remarks during a meeting with Shehbaz Sharif at Jati Umra on Sunday, where the two leaders discussed the country’s political situation, economic challenges and ongoing government reforms.
According to reports, the meeting lasted approximately 90 minutes, during which the prime minister briefed Nawaz Sharif on national political and economic developments.
Nawaz Sharif emphasised that controlling inflation was essential to providing meaningful relief to the public.
He urged the government to introduce policies ensuring that reductions in fuel prices were reflected in the cost of everyday goods and services.
The PML-N president said government policies should focus on keeping essential commodity prices affordable and delivering direct economic benefits to citizens.
He maintained that public relief should remain a central priority of the government’s economic decision-making.
PM briefs Nawaz Sharif on economic reforms and KP security
In a separate statement, the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that Shehbaz Sharif met Nawaz Sharif at Jati Umra to discuss national political affairs and other matters of importance.
The prime minister briefed the PML-N president on the law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including recent government measures aimed at improving security and promoting development in the province.
He also outlined ongoing economic reforms, challenges facing the country and steps being taken to address them.
According to the statement, both leaders held detailed consultations on political developments and measures intended to strengthen the national economy.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif also attended the meeting.
The discussions focused on economic management, public relief and the government’s response to national challenges.