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President's

Message

Dear Esteemed Members and Readers

Public nancial governance has never been more important than it is today. Around the world, governments are
striving to strengthen transparency, improve accountability, and restore public con dence in the management of
public resources. Countries that embrace sound scal governance consistently achieve better development
outcomes, stronger investor con dence, lower borrowing costs, and more e cient public service delivery. For
Pakistan, this is not merely a governance imperative but an economic necessity. As our economy navigates scal
consolidation and structural reforms, transparent and accountable nancial management must remain at the heart
of policymaking.

In line with this commitment, ICMA has recently released its latest publication, "An Insight on Pakistan Economic
Survey 2025-26 and Finance Bill 2026." The publication presents a comprehensive analysis of Pakistan's economic
performance, scal priorities, budgetary measures, and proposed taxation reforms. It is intended to provide
policymakers, businesses, professionals, and other stakeholders with practical insights that support informed
decision-making and contribute to constructive policy discourse.

The theme of this issue of the CMA Journal, "Financial Governance and Transparency in the Public Sector," is both
timely and signi cant. The articles featured in this edition examine international best practices, lessons from the
Open Budget Survey, technological innovations in public nancial management, and strategies for strengthening
institutional accountability. They also highlight the challenges that continue to impede progress, including limited
public participation, weak enforcement mechanisms, and gaps in scal disclosure.
As Cost and Management Accountants, we have a vital role in advancing good governance. I encourage our
members and other readers to go through this issue and explore ICMA's latest publication. Together, these resources
provide valuable perspectives on strengthening Pakistan's scal governance framework, promoting accountability,
and supporting sustainable economic development.

I extend my sincere appreciation to the editorial team, distinguished contributors, reviewers, and all those whose
dedication has made this edition of the CMA Journal possible. Let us continue working together to foster
transparency, strengthen accountability, and build institutions that serve the nation with integrity and excellence.

Azeem Hussain Siddiqui, FCMA
President, ICMA

2 ICMA’s Chartered Management Accountant, May-Jun 2026