March 17, 2020: Prime Minister Imran Khan has underlined the government's priority to save the economy from the negative impacts of the coronavirus and ensuring an uninterrupted flow of economic activities in the country.

Chairing a high-level meeting to cater to the possible effects of coronavirus on the economy in Islamabad yesterday, he said protecting the employment of the general public is also the top priority of the government. 

He directed the concerned authorities to devise a comprehensive strategy to provide relief to the common man in view of any possible situation and ensure the availability of the essential commodities.

The Prime Minister stressed that the complaint of hoarding and illegal profiteering will not be tolerated at any cost.

He said strict action will be taken in this regard.

Radio Pakistan

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