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In letter to PM, TI alleges regulatory lapses, Drug Act violations
ISLAMABAD – Transparency International (TI) Pakistan has sent a letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting alleged regulatory lapses, violations of the Drug Act 2012, and the non-appointment of Federal Inspectors of Drugs (FIDs) within the pharmaceutical sector. (Read More.)
TI writes to PM about ‘violations’ in pharma sector
ISLAMABAD: Transparency International (TI) Pakistan has sent letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting alleged regulatory lapses, violations of the Drug Act 2012, and the non-appointment of Federal Inspectors of Drugs (FIDs) within the pharmaceutical sector.
Despite the 2017 notification of Medical Devices Rules, manufacturers and importers are allegedly failing to apply for necessary approvals within the stipulated time, submitting incomplete applications leading to repeated delays (Read More.)
IMF seeks to boost NAB, anti-corruption entities for transparency
The economic review talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are progressing, with technical-level discussions concluded for the release of the next $1 billion tranche. Policy-level talks are set to begin on Monday, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb leading the discussions.
According to sources, the IMF delegation has held multiple meetings with provincial representatives, tax officials, and NAB officials to discuss Pakistan’s economic performance, tax reforms, and governance measures. (Read More.)
Uplift projects: NA body for transparency in fund utilisation
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives stressed the importance of transparency in fund utilisation for mega development projects and prioritising the completion of ongoing initiatives.
The committee met with MNA Syed Abdul Kadir Gillani in the chair at the Parliament House on Wednesday. The committee discussed infrastructure projects, budgetary proposals, and implementation challenges within the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). (Read More)
Punjab government launches inquiry into contract award for ‘Dreams project’
RAWALPINDI: The Punjab government has not only stopped work but launched an inquiry into the the award of contract for Developing Resilient Environment and Advancing Municipal Services (Dreams) project Phase-I worth Rs22 billion in Rawalpindi to bring water from Chahan Dam.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) provided $114 million loan to Punjab government to launch four mega projects in the garrison city to provide clean water to the residents and work started on it in October 2024. (Read More.)
Public Accounts Committee raises questions on ‘non-transparent’ process of commercial plots’ auction in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Public Accounts Committee met on Wednesday to address significant audit objections related to various government departments, including the non-transparent process of auctioning commercial plots by the Capital Development Authority worth Rs37.822 billion.
Terming it controversial, a major audit objection was raised regarding the Capital Development Authority’s non-transparent auction process for commercial plots. While approval was granted for the auction of 29 plots, only 23 were auctioned. (Read More)
Pakistan companies rated moderately transparent in corporate reporting
ISLAMABAD: Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) released its Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report, evaluating the transparency of the top 69 publicly listed companies on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (based on market capitalisation). The report assessed these companies across five key areas crucial to fighting and preventing corruption: reporting on anti-corruption programmes, organisational transparency, (Read More)
Pakistan companies rated moderately transparent in corporate reporting
Companies in Pakistan have been classified as moderately transparent in corporate reporting, according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) 2024 report by Transparency International Pakistan.The TRAC report evaluated the top 69 Public Limited Companies on the Pakistan Stock Exchange by market capitalization, assessing transparency in key areas regulated under multiple guidelines including the UNGC’s 10th Principle (Anti-Corruption), the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan’s (SECP) Code of Corporate Governance, (Read More)
Transparency International Pakistan finds companies ‘moderately transparent’ in corporate reporting
Companies in Pakistan have been deemed to be “moderately transparent” in corporate reporting, according to the Transparency in Corporate Reporting Assessment (TRAC) report by Transparency International Pakistan (TIP). According to a statement issued on February 10, the report assessed the top 69 publicly listed companies on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (as per market capitalisation) on their transparency in the disclosure of information (Read More)
Political parties, civil society, academia underscore need for empowering LGs in Sindh
The event disseminated the findings of TI Pakistan report ‘Sindh Local Government District Performance Assessment 2024’ and aimed to foster discussion among political parties, government representatives, elected local government representatives, civil society and academia on the need for enhancing powers, functions and performance of the local government in Sindh province, ensuring that local governments are able to fulfill their mandate as envisioned in Sindh Local Government Act (Amendment) 2023. (Read More)
Funding a fairer future: The role of transparency in financing for development
This summer, the world watched as Kenyans took to the streets in massive protests that were met with violent repression. Sparked by a new tax on everyday essentials, the protests reflected widespread frustration, as many were already struggling with inflation and high unemployment. At the heart of the crisis, however, lies a fraught development financing framework, exacerbated by corrupt (Read More)
Ahsan Iqbal for vibrant media to ensure transparency, public engagement in governmental policies
ISLAMABAD, Jan 16 (APP): Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday, in a roundtable conference with Pakistan’s foremost journalists and bureau chiefs, outlined the government’s strategic direction under the National Economic Transformation Plan ‘URAAN PAKISTAN.’ (Read More).
RTI Holds Workshop On “Climate Change, Mitigation, Adaptation, And Social Accountability
PESHAWAR, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 8th Jan, 2025) Right To Information (RTI) is not merely a legal tool but a key that unlocks citizens engagement into governance. By granting access to information, it ensures transparency and openness in government initiatives for mitigating Climate Change as it bounds institutions to provide citizen-requested information within the stipulated time period. (Read More)
DIG Headquarters Reviews Recruitment, Orders Transparency
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 11th Dec, 2024) Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Headquarters/Security, Muhammad Jawad Tariq, chaired a meeting with senior police officers on Wednesday at the Central Police Office (CPO) to review the ongoing recruitment process within the Islamabad Police and discuss administrative improvements. (Read More)
Public voices heard in KP transparency drive
Peshawar – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Energy & Power Department conducted an online E-Khuli Kachehri under Secretary Power Nisar Ahmed’s chairmanship to enhance transparency and address public concerns. Participants actively shared their issues, and immediate solutions were directed by department authorities. Senior officials, including Special Secretary Irfan Wazir, Additional Secretaries Shah Fahad and Abdul Haseeb, and heads of PEDO, KPOGCL, Electric Inspectorate, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Transmission and Grid Company, also attended. (Read More)
RTI empowers journalists for climate reporting
Peshawar – The Right to Information (RTI) law empowers journalists to access authentic data for investigative reporting on climate-related issues, enabling effective reporting that serves the public interest and promotes transparency in the utilization of public funds. Farah Hamid Khan, Chief Information Commissioner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Commission (KPIC), highlighted this while addressing a session on RTI for journalists. The session was part of a workshop titled Intersection of Climate Policy & Journalism (Read More)
Journalists urged to benefit from RTI law
PESHAWAR: Farah Hamid Khan, Chief Information Commissioner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Commission (KPIC) on Thursday delivered a session on RTI to journalists.She spoke at a workshop titled “Intersection of Climate Policy and Journalism: Empowering Journalists for Informed Reporting”.It was arranged by Transparency International-Pakistan (TI-P) in collaboration with KPIC, here. (Read More)
G20 Rio declaration emphasises resource mobilisation but ignores corruption, risks exacerbating inequality and poverty
G20 countries could become even greater havens for dirty money as the world faces uncertain future 19 November 2024, Rio de Janeiro – In the Rio Summit declaration released on Monday night, G20 leaders appear to have found common ground on multiple critical problems, from progressive taxation to measures to alleviate poverty and promote peace. However, Transparency International warns that, without addressing corruption and dirty money (Read More)
Bridging climate governance gap: a roadmap for COP29 and beyond
Pakistan stands at the crossroads of climate vulnerability, facing the harsh consequences of a crisis it did not create. Despite contributing a mere 0.8 percent to global greenhouse gas emissions, the country ranks among the top 10 most vulnerable to climate change.
This vulnerability translates into devastating consequences, with average annual losses exceeding USD 4 billion due to floods, droughts, and glacial melt – events directly linked to the actions of the highly industrialized world. (Read More)
TIP writes to KPT about PPRA rules’ ‘violation’
ISLAMABAD: Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) has pinpointed the ‘alleged’ breach of PPRA rules by the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) for the establishment of LPG plant and storage facility within the notified limits of the port.
This has been disclosed by the Transparency International, Pakistan in its letter dispatched on October 22, 20224 to Syed Syedain Raza Zaidi, Chairman, Karachi Port Trust. (Read More)
TI publishes report on data disclosure of climate-related depts
KARACHI: Transparency International Pakistan has published an assessment of the State of Data Disclosure of Climate Related Departments at the federal and provincial levels.
The report assesses the proactive disclosure practices by 59 departments across the country as mandated under Access to Information laws. (Read More)
DUBAI UNLOCKED: URGENT NEED FOR ENHANCED OVERSIGHT OF UAE’S ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING EFFORTS
he Dubai Unlocked investigation reinforces the need for ongoing scrutiny of efforts by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to prevent and detect dirty money being invested in the country, Transparency International said today. Authorities in the UAE should now investigate the revealed cases and take action if there is suspicion that properties were purchased with proceeds from corruption or other crimes. (Read More)
The KPIC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Transparency International- Pakistan to extend collaborative efforts in ensuring merit and openness in public affairs perform by public entities.(View here)
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