Gas prices rise, free treatment in Punjab, and other news
Today's top stories include rising gas prices, new healthcare facilities in Punjab, and job opportunities in the health sector.
Pakistan has purchased its seventh shipment of LNG at a record high price of $21.88 per MMBtu. This price was paid due to supply disruptions from Qatar, which could have a direct impact on gas tariffs and the energy crisis in the country.
The Punjab government has launched the 'Health Connect Program', under which overseas Pakistanis and foreign specialist doctors will provide free treatment to patients in government hospitals. The purpose of this program is to improve the quality of healthcare facilities in the province.
Pakistan, the World Health Organization (WHO), and the ILO have announced a joint project to support 20,000 workers and create employment opportunities in the health sector. This initiative has been taken to improve skills and social protection in the healthcare field.
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