The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Pakistan to widen its asset declaration system to include officials working under the Special Pay Scale (SPS). The recommendation aims to improve transparency and accountability in the public sector, according to official sources.
Sources confirmed that the government is preparing a detailed plan to bring SPS employees—working at both federal and provincial levels—under the existing asset declaration framework. Currently, only regular civil servants are required to declare their assets.
Inclusion of SPS Officials in Asset Declarations
Under the proposed plan, directors, legal advisors, project directors, and other specialists appointed on Special Pay Scale (SPS) will also be required to disclose their assets. This move will align them with the same transparency rules that apply to regular government officers.
A formal mechanism is being developed to ensure proper implementation and monitoring. The plan will be rolled out in phases, with the inclusion of SPS officials expected to take place in the second phase.
Strengthening Transparency Measures
Officials said the IMF’s recommendation is part of broader reforms to strengthen Pakistan’s governance and financial management systems. The expansion of asset declaration requirements is intended to minimize corruption risks and promote accountability among public officials.
The IMF has emphasized that transparent asset reporting is essential for building public trust and ensuring responsible use of government resources. The policy shift will also help Pakistan meet key conditions tied to ongoing economic reforms and financial assistance programs.
If implemented, the new rule will mark a significant step toward better governance by ensuring that all public servants—whether regular officers or those on SPS—are held to the same accountability standards.
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