The federal government has introduced a new code of conduct for civil servants, replacing a decades-old framework with stricter rules focused on transparency, financial accountability and digital governance. The newly introduced Civil Servants (Conduct) Rules 2026 replace the 1964 regulations that had governed public officials for more than six decades. While the updated framework retains […]
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Pakistan drafts 15-point governance plan ahead of IMF review
ISLAMABAD: Ahead of the upcoming review by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Pakistan has prepared a 15-point action plan to address governance and corruption risks, including identifying the 10 federal agencies most vulnerable to corruption and macro-critical exposures. Read More: Pakistan set to repay $1.3bn Eurobond ahead of IMF talks The 240-page plan, developed by the Government of […]
KP government opposes military operations, calls for inclusive peace plan
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Monday reaffirmed the provincial government opposition to military operations in the region, warning that decisions taken behind closed doors and imposed on the province could raise serious concerns among stakeholders. Afridi emphasized that issues in KP should be resolved through political, social, and consultative processes rather than […]
KP chief minister launches online open court to address public complaints
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has launched an online open court initiative aimed at ensuring direct and swift resolution of public grievances. The programme, titled Aap ka Wazir-i-Ala Aap Kay Saath, seeks to bridge the gap between citizens and the provincial government. Read More: PBM MD holds open court to address complaints of beneficiaries According to […]
Lawmakers lash out over IMF corruption report
ISLAMABAD: Parliamentary committees of both houses on Wednesday saw heated criticism as lawmakers accused the government of failing to curb corruption and claimed the IMF’s newly released “Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment” singled out parliament and state institutions. Read More: IMF’s GCDA Report: Rhetoric Vs Rationality Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, however, firmly rejected this interpretation, insisting that […]
IMF reported deep-rooted corruption risks in Pakistan’s governance system
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s long-standing governance and corruption vulnerabilities, urging the government to immediately launch a 15-point reform agenda aimed at restoring transparency and accountability. The findings were released in the IMF’s long-awaited Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA), a report whose publication is a prerequisite for […]
Fafen urges constitutional reforms to empower local governments
ISLAMABAD: The Free and Fair Election Network (Fafen) has called on parliament to introduce constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s long-neglected system of local governments. The demand comes amid longstanding concerns that the spirit of Articles 7, 32, and 140-A of the Constitution — which emphasise political, administrative, and financial devolution — has not been […]
Pakistan, IMF Continue Virtual Talks Fcuseod on Key Economic Reforms
ISLAMABAD – Virtual negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are underway as both sides work to finalize a staff-level agreement, with talks currently centered on four key reform areas, sources said on Saturday. According to officials from the Ministry of Finance, provincial governments have requested more time to implement the agricultural income […]