Sri Lanka has declared Wednesdays a holiday for public institutions and schools to conserve fuel amidst potential shortages caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

• Nearly 90% of oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz was bound for Asia last year.
• Other Asian countries like Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and Vietnam are implementing various austerity measures.
• Sri Lanka is also requiring motorists to register for a National Fuel Pass, rationing fuel to 15 litres for private cars and 5 litres for motorcycles.