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Govt grants force majeure for war hit contracts firms avoiding penalties after Feb 27 default freeze
Economy
Published on 2 May 2026
Relief applies only if companies stayed default free by Feb 27
The finance ministry has authorized force majeure for government contracts disrupted by the West Asia conflict, classifying the situation as war. Under the order, affected suppliers—such as drone manufacturers—can seek case-by-case deadline extensions as supply chain disruptions and delays of roughly two to four months are reported. Crucially, penalties can be avoided only for firms that had not defaulted by Feb 27.
- Force majeure approved for government contracts impacted by West Asia conflict
- War treatment enables case by case extensions for affected vendors
- Delays of about two to four months are covered for performance timelines
- Penalty protection depends on no default by Feb 27
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