It is through collective efforts that the country can be rid of the present challenging phase: PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD, Feb 23 (SABAH): Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that amid economic difficulties, the expression of solidarity and sharing the burden is the governing spirit of austerity measures of our government. PM Shehbaz Sharif said that it is leadership by personal example. It is through collective efforts that the country can be rid of the present challenging phase, he said.

This was stated by PM Shehbaz Sharif in a statement issued on twitter on Thursday. PM Shehbaz Sharif said that the austerity measures that begin with the cabinet members voluntarily surrendering their pays, perks and privileges will save the exchequer an amount of Rs. 200 billion annually.

“I am grateful to all coalition partners for their support. Will personally supervise the implementation” PM Shehbaz Sharif said.