The Pakistani government should set a minimum wage of 35,000 rupees (15,050 rubles), double what it is now for low-wage workers, to support people’s living standards, said Asif Ali Zardari, co-chairman of the Pakistani People’s Party. Pakistan (PPP). The Daily Times reported on February 1, citing the politician’s statement.
According to the agency, he also said that it is the government that must solve the problems of the population, taking concrete steps in that regard.
Recall, it was previously reported that in Pakistan’s ruling coalition between the PPP parties and the leader of the ruling coalition, the Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz, disagreements arose over participation in the upcoming parliamentary by-elections.
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In Pakistan, the average salary of workers, as of January 1, 2022, was the same 35 thousand rupees. At the same time, in micro-enterprises it was exactly half – 17.5 thousand rupees (about 7.6 thousand rubles), and in medium-sized companies – about 13.6 thousand rubles. in equivalent.
Keep in mind that Pakistan’s economy is in a serious crisis. The Pakistani rupee is breaking records against the US dollar, depreciating nearly 20% in just a few days, with inflation rising 3% in January alone, according to experts.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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