Islamabad (Commerce Desk) – Following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) identification of governance flaws and corruption, the government has unveiled a 142-point Governance Improvement Action Plan. This initiative is part of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s economic governance reforms, aiming to identify national risks and ensure constitutional appointments in key institutions, including NAB, to strengthen public trust.
The Prime Minister stated that the plan includes 59 priority actions and 83 complementary measures, which will be implemented over the next three years. He added that despite economic challenges in the past two years, the country has achieved positive results, and continued momentum will ensure success.
Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb explained that the plan is based on three main streams: governance of development-focused financial and public investment, enhancing market confidence, and simplifying regulations while fostering trust in legal processes. The Finance Ministry will oversee implementation through a secretariat, with technical support provided by the UK Development Office. The final report is scheduled for submission in March 2027.
