News Desk:
Quetta, Balochistan – October 17, 2024 – In a move to enhance fiscal transparency, a delegation from the Public Accounts Committees (PACs) of Punjab visited Balochistan’s Provincial Assembly to observe the automation of its PAC operations.
Led by Mr. Ahmad Iqbal Ch., Chairman PAC-III Punjab, the group lauded Balochistan’s use of the Management Information System (MIS), which has improved fiscal oversight and governance.
Mr. Ali Haider Gillani, Chairman PAC-II Punjab, highlighted how Balochistan’s resource-constrained province is pioneering in digitalizing PAC functions, offering valuable insights for Punjab.
The study visit, organized by Accountability Lab, also featured a briefing on PACIS, a system developed with World Bank assistance.
Chairman PAC Balochistan, Mr. Asghar Ali Tareen, assured Punjab of continued collaboration, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in strengthening fiscal accountability across Pakistan.
