Parliamentary Research Digest May 2026

Volume : VOLUME 13, ISSUE 04

ANALYSIS: Economy of Pakistan: Way forward for Public Welfare and Increased FDI Page 01. OPINION: Stabilization without Structural Reform: Pakistan’s Low-Growth Trap Page 11. PARLIAMENTARY BUSINESS: National Assembly Resolution Commemorating Marka-e-Haq Page 23.

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Parliamentary Research Digest April 2026

Volume : VOLUME 13, ISSUE 03

OPINION: Economic Health of Pakistan 2025-26: Challenges and Opportunities, Page 01. ANALYSIS: Pakistan’s Tax Paradox: Broad Coverage, Weak Revenue Realisation, Page 12. Economic and Social Indicators (2020-2025), Page 23.

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Parliamentary Research Digest March 2026

Volume : Volume 13, Issue 02

PARLIAMENTARY BUSINESS: Senate of Pakistan Resolution Condemning Israeli Violations of Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza Page 01. ANALYSIS: US-Israeli war on Iran 2026 Page 03. ANALYSIS: From Misinformation to Harmony: The Role of Parliaments in theAge of AI Page 09. OPINION: Effective Committee Inquiries Page 15. COMMUNIQUÉ : Inaugural Conference of Parliamentary Training Institutes (PTIs)23-24 March, […]

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Discover the Parliament of Pakistan – Youth Guide 10th Edition

The Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services (PIPS) is mandated to conduct seminars, workshops and organize events to assist honourable parliamentarians in apprising the public about working of the Parliament and how they can engage with their representatives to contribute in the national development in line with the aspirations of the people of the most beautiful […]

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STRENGTHENING PUBLIC ACCOUNTSCOMMITTEES AS GUARDIANS OFPUBLIC TRUST

Public Accounts Committees (PACs) are recognised worldwide as guardians of public trust in democratic accountability as Parliament’s supreme controlling body to conduct objective assessment of audit reports as identified by the Auditor-General.

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Parliamentary Research Digest Feburary 2026

Volume : Volume# 13, Issue # 1

PARLIAMENTARY BUSINESS: Senate and National Assembly Resolutions Kashmir Day 2026 Page 01. ANALYSIS: Kashmir: Legal and International Law Perspective Page 05. ANALYSIS: SDG 14- Pakistan Struggles to Protect Life below Water: Way Forward Page 10. OPINION: Digital Populism and Misinformation in Asia: Role of Parliamentarians Page 16. KARACHI DECLARATION: 7th CPA Asia Regional Conference/ 2nd […]

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ADVANCING INCLUSIVITY INPARLIAMENTS THROUGH ANINTERSECTIONAL APPROACH

Societies thrive when their equal rights, opportunities for growth, fair representation and participationin decision-making processes are ensured. The principle of political equality is enshrined in the UNCharter, UN Declaration of Human Rights, Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Achievinggender equality is also affirmed as a precondition in the Sustainable Development Goals, especially inSDG 5 and […]

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PARLIAMENTS FREE FROM SEXISM,HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE AGAINSTWOMEN: A CASE STUDY FROM PAKISTAN

Ten years ago, less than 20% of Parliaments reported having sexual harassment policies for Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff, so there was little awareness of the need for such policies. FemaleMembers of Parliament frequently face harassment, sexist remarks or intimidation while carrying out their duties, which prevents them from engaging in political life fully […]

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CLIMATE BUDGET AS AGOVERNANCE SYSTEM

A review of Pakistan’s integration of climate considerations into the budget process for ensuring resilience through economic diversification. The unabated pace of climate change continues to set new records as the planet observes extraordinary surface temperatures culminating in extreme events across the world in various forms and shapes.

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EVIDENCE-BASED ACADEMIC ANALYSIS INLEGISLATIVE AND PARLIAMENTARY RESEARCH

Research undertaken for the Legislature seeks to draw information from a wide range of sources and to synthesize the evidence, within a relatively short time span and in a form that is useful for Membersof Parliament and Parliamentary Committees, to understand, review and seek solutions to problems faced by the people.

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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.