1. International Anti-Corruption
day is commemorated on 9th December every year all over the world. It signifies
the day when United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was first
opened for signing at Merida, Mexico in 2003. It is a major milestone in the
global efforts to combat corruption and provides a unique opportunity to create
public awareness against corruption. The day is observed to highlight the
adverse impacts of corruption on humanity.
2. International Anti-Corruption
Day i.e 9th December is gaining more impetus with each passing year as our
society is becoming more aware to the plethora of problems our nation is facing
due to rampant corruption. The recent crusade of the apex court against
corruption and widespread debates and coverage from the media has sensitized
the whole society to the disastrous impacts it has on the development of our
country. The present government is taking bold steps to serve as an example by
practicing good governance, transparency, accountability on economic and
development issues so that we, as Pakistanis start believing in the government.
The improvements in governance will not occur automatically as the development
process unfolds; no virtuous circle will suddenly begin to operate.
3. NAB has intensified its
efforts for raising awareness in the masses in fighting against corruption. The
Bureau is the forerunner in the drive for a corruption free society through
adoption of a holistic three pronged strategy of Awareness, Prevention &
Enforcement. NAB has recovered over Rs. 297 billion since inception and its
efforts have helped Pakistan in moving up the ladder in the (Transparency
International) Corruption Perception Index (CPI) from 126th to 117th (latest index
as of year 2017) position in the community of nations during the last four
years.
4. Pakistan is a developing
country, and it is quintessential that all resources including national kitty
are utilized strictly in accordance with rules and regulations in fair and
transparent manner. NAB is following and advocating policy of zero tolerance
and practicing self-accountability in eradicating Corruption in the country.
5. NAB under section 33C (a) of
NAO 1999 is mandated to educate and advise public authorities, holders of
public office and the community at large on measures to combat corruption and
corrupt practices The Bureau is actively engaging with other public sector
departments and intelligentsia for reforming their systems and regulations in
order to curb the menace of corruption and corrupt practices through the mode
of Prevention Committees. Awareness is aimed at correcting ill habits of
Society through Education and Character Building so as to build public opinion
and will to eradicate Corruption and Corrupt Practices. The major object of
awareness is to transform the social attitude from indifference to abhorrence
against corruption; building anti-corruption coalition; and putting to lime
light various aspects and dimensions of the menace of corruption by raising
awareness and building requisite character traits.
6. NAB as an institution has
played a central role in galvanizing anti-corruption efforts all over the
country, it has become a focal point for people frustrated with our public
sector institutions. The Bureau has developed and introduced an on line
complaint registration system along with dedicated telephone lines for
assistance of general public and complainants, where the grievances of the
citizens are listened very carefully. The Chairman NAB holds public hearings on
the last Thursday of every month wherein he personally hears the complaints of
the public and issues necessary directions for the redressal of their grivances
as law. The Regional Bureaus also hold public hearings for the convenience of
the public on the same pattern as per the advice of the Chairman NAB for
reaching out to the public.
7. The issuance of this
Commemorative Stamp with the support of Pakistan Post on the eve of
International Anticorruption day i.e. December 09, 2018 carrying the message
"United against Corruption for a Prosperous Pakistan" is a step
forward to renew the pledge and commitment of the government against corruption
and for raising awareness of general public about its ill effects and will also
help in the prevention of corruption.
8. Silence perpetuates
corruption; when we have information that can help prevent loss of resources
through corruption or that can assist to bring perpetrators to book. We must
collectively fight, to destroy this cancer that eats deeper into the moral
fabric of our society.
9. Let’s join together, as a
nation, on the eve of International Anti-Corruption day i.e. 9th December, 2018
for renewal of our vows and dedication to the cause of eradication of
corruption from our beloved country so that we leave for our future generations
a better and prosperous Pakistan.
On International Anti-Corruption Day with the message "United Against Corruption for a Prosperous Pakistan", a Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.8/-denomination is being issued by Pakistan Post on December 09, 2018.
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