governance

The International Monetary Fund determines the defects of governance in Pakistan, and calls for reforms to address corruption and improve accountability: Report – Trendy Blogger

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The International Monetary Fund determines the defects of governance in Pakistan, and calls for reforms to address corruption and improve accountability: Report – Trendy Blogger

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) highlighted many of the main challenges of governance in Pakistan, noting that the country’s civil service is strongly politicized, accountability mechanisms are weak, and that anti -corruption policies are inconsistent. The International Monetary Fund has warned that these issues contribute to the broader weaknesses and increase the risk of corruption, … Read more

Toxic Citizenship, Everyday Extremism, and Social Media Governance Trendy Blogger

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Toxic Citizenship, Everyday Extremism, and Social Media Governance Trendy Blogger

The violent riots in the United Kingdom in early August 2024 and the decision of the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) to leave X (Twitter) announced on the 16th August 2024 may seem like totally disconnected events. Yet both reflect a widespread concern that social media actively promotes division and networks based on hate-fueled violence. … Read more

Bank of Sharjah Pakistan is reviewing the Sharia governance framework for Islamic banking institutions – Trendy Blogger

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Bank of Sharjah Pakistan is reviewing the Sharia governance framework for Islamic banking institutions – Trendy Blogger

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revised the Sharia Governance Framework (SGF) to advance the Islamic banking industry and enhance its compliance with Sharia principles. In a circular issued on Friday, the State Bank of Pakistan directed Islamic banking institutions to prepare to implement the updated framework by January 1, 2025. “To further strengthen … Read more