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Mass protests continue over high power bills in Pakistan
Monday, 28 August 2023
Starting on Saturday, widespread demonstrations have taken place due to excessively high electricity bills. Over the span of approximately a year, Pakistan's average electricity tariff has surged by 76% due to its adherence to regular adjustments as part of its commitment with the IMF. The government finds itself compelled to raise power prices to counterbalance a nearly 5% depreciation of the rupee against the dollar that occurred in August, resulting in a record low exchange rate.
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