On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, Ms. Arifa Saboohi, Former Director General (CSA) addressed the participants of 36^th SMC on “Public Service: Ethics and Governance”. Ms. Arifa Saboohi delivered a lecture focusing on the role of ethics and values in public service in Pakistan, examining their impact on governance and service delivery. She began by defining ethics and governance, discussing how ethical principles serve as the foundation for good governance and effective public administration.

The adequacy of the Civil Servants Act and Conduct Rules in promoting ethical behavior among civil servants was critically assessed. Ms. Saboohi highlighted the challenges in ensuring that these rules effectively guide ethical conduct and reduce instances of misconduct.

The lecture also covered strategies for promoting ethics in public service, drawing on both national experiences and international examples. Ms. Saboohi presented case studies from countries with successful ethical frameworks, demonstrating how robust ethical guidelines can enhance governance ance and improve public trust in government institutions.

In conclusion, she emphasized the need for continuous efforts to strengthen ethical standards in Pakistan’s public sector to ensure better service delivery and governance.