Pasta prices in the local market have seen a significant increase in the beginning of January 2023. However, catering outlets are offering the pasta at discounted prices. Ration card prices have also increased, changing the weight measurements. The prices of 400 and 800 gram packages have increased by 75 piasters and 1.5 pounds respectively. The prices of 400 and 500 gram pasta packages in shops and large chains range from 12 to 15 pounds. Traders have reported that the price of a 1 kilogram pasta package has risen to 25 pounds, an increase of 4 pounds. Traders are optimistic that the government's customs releases will lead to a decline in the prices of all food commodities.