Govt orders tight fiscal discipline, restricts non-essential purchases
▸ Part of: PM Balen Shah's absence from policy and program deliberations sparks criticism
The government has directed all ministries, constitutional bodies, provincial offices, and government agencies to adopt strict austerity measures in public procurement and avoid purchasing new materials unless absolutely necessary. The directive instructs all federal and provincial bodies to refrain from acquiring new goods except in essential circumstances, urging institutions to prioritize the maintenance of existing resources over procuring new items.
Read full article (1 min read) ›
