The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Holding Company proposed a new benefits package for retired employees, emphasising pension and medical benefits as part of the privatisation process.
A meeting was held in Islamabad, involving PIA Holding, the Privatisation Commission, State Life Insurance, and representatives of the employees to discuss concerns. However, no agreement was reached regarding medical facilities.
The company proposed outsourcing medical coverage to State Life Insurance; however, retirees requested a formal written proposal. Shamim Akmal, president of the PML-N-backed Air League, criticized the exclusion of major unions such as People’s Unity, Air League, and SASA. He warned that changing medical benefits would violate the rights and welfare of the employees.
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PIA’s privatization bidding, originally scheduled for October 30, has been postponed to November 17, 2025, due to a deadlock. Pension discussions are ongoing, with the Holding Company requesting additional time for a revised plan.
The delay highlights tensions in PIA’s privatization, affecting employee welfare and the airline’s future. For updates, follow The News, Dawn, and Privatization Commission announcements.
