Islamabad (HRNW) — Sixteen senior officers of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) have reportedly been found to hold dual nationality.
According to available information, the officers include 10 from the Inland Revenue Service and 6 from the Pakistan Customs Service.
The revelation has once again raised questions regarding transparency, potential conflicts of interest, and the legal and policy requirements governing dual-nationality holders serving in senior positions within government institutions.
Human Rights Perspective
Transparency and accountability in public institutions are essential for maintaining public trust. From a public-interest and human rights perspective, it is important that the citizenship status and legal eligibility of senior government officials are clearly established and reviewed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on available information. The legal status of dual-nationality holders and its impact on their eligibility for public office will depend on applicable laws, rules and decisions by the competent authorities.
