PIPS and NSPP have signed an MoU to enhance training, research, and capacity-building for parliamentarians and civil servants.

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The Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) and the National School of Public Policy (NSPP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen institutional collaboration in training, research, and capacity building. This partnership aims to enhance professional development opportunities for parliamentarians, government officials, and civil servants.

Dr. Ijaz Munir, Rector of NSPP, stated that PIPS provides an essential platform for officers to interact with parliamentarians, facilitating direct engagement with the parliamentary system. He emphasized that this interaction will enable officers to develop a comprehensive understanding of legislative processes. Additionally, he noted that PIPS facilities can be utilized to support this initiative, ensuring a structured and effective approach to collaboration between public officials and the legislative branch. As the premier institution for training civil servants, NSPP will contribute its expertise in public policy education to strengthen governance and parliamentary functions.

Mr. Asim Khan Goraya, Executive Director of PIPS, remarked that NSPP serves as the alma mater for officers dedicated to serving the nation. He highlighted that PIPS is mandated to strengthen parliamentary functions in Pakistan through institutional collaboration. He further stated that seminars and workshops will be jointly organized to enhance capacity building. Moreover, he underscored that this agreement will reinforce the relationship between the legislative and executive branches, promoting better governance and policy implementation.

Mr. Muhammad Rashid Mafzool Zaka, Director General of Research at PIPS, stated that the establishment of the institute aims to provide comprehensive training, capacity building, legislative services, and research support. He highlighted that the library and research services offered by PIPS play a crucial role in enhancing knowledge-sharing and institutional development. Additionally, he emphasized that such initiatives contribute to strengthening parliamentary processes and fostering collaboration with institutions like NSPP. This agreement marks a significant step towards bridging the gap between public administration and parliamentary services, ultimately contributing to effective governance and policymaking in Pakistan.

On the direction of the Chairman Senate/President PIPS Board of Governors, the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS), has implemented a comprehensive set of measures aimed at ensuring fiscal discipline, operational efficiency, and responsible utilization of public resources, on the same lines as notified and adopted by the Senate and National Assembly Secretariats.

Under the new measures, the Institute has adopted a four-day working week (Monday to Thursday), while introducing a hybrid working model whereby 50% of staff will perform duties from the office and 50% will work remotely on a rotational basis. Employees working from home will remain fully accessible through digital communication platforms and may be required to report to the office on short notice, ensuring uninterrupted institutional functioning.

Significant steps have also been taken to promote energy conservation. These include a target of achieving up to 70% reduction in energy consumption through minimizing unnecessary use of electricity and ensuring that official meetings, trainings, and events are scheduled during daylight hours. Foreign tours are banned and international meetings are being held virtually.

In the transport section, PIPS has introduced strict measures to curtail expenditure and 70% official vehicles have been grounded as part of this initiative.

As part of broader austerity efforts, 20% reduction has been imposed on the non-ERE budget for the fourth quarter of the current financial year. The officers drawing a monthly salary of PKR 300,000 or more, shall surrendered two days salary or 5% to 30% salary on gross as per Federal Government decision.

The Institute has also discontinued all non-essential procurements with immediate effect. Official functions such as dinners and receptions will not be hosted, except in the case of visiting foreign delegations, and even then, strictly in accordance with austerity protocols.

These measures have been implemented with immediate effect and will remain in force until further orders.

Under the guidance of President PIPS Board of Governors, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, PIPS remains fully committed to maintaining its core functions of parliamentary support, capacity building, and research while contributing proactively to national austerity and sustainability goals.

PIPS and NSPP have signed an MoU to enhance training, research, and capacity-building for parliamentarians and civil servants.

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