Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday emphasized that transforming Pakistan’s outdated governance structure into a modern, digital, and efficient system was a top priority for the government. He stated that sustainable economic development and national prosperity were not possible without reforming the decades-old system to meet contemporary demands.
Chairing a high-level meeting, the prime minister directed the introduction of reforms aimed at enhancing the performance of ministries. He also called for hiring sector-specific experts and consultants to drive innovation and implement systemic change.
During the session, the Ministry of Energy presented a comprehensive briefing on its governance improvement model, which is based on a dual structure: the ministry is responsible for policy-making, monitoring, and future planning, while a separate technical arm of experts handles implementation and innovation. Under the National Electricity Plan, 134 strategic directives have been successfully implemented so far.
Prime Minister Shehbaz praised Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Khan Leghari and his team for their significant efforts, including reducing energy losses and saving billions of rupees for the national treasury. He described their reforms as a “role model” for other ministries.
Recognizing the untapped potential of Pakistan’s abundant resources and youthful workforce, the prime minister stressed that international expertise was essential to introduce modern governance techniques.
He ordered the formation of a committee to draft actionable proposals for restructuring other ministries and institutions, drawing lessons from the energy ministry’s reforms. The committee will also focus on talent recruitment, alignment with modern systems, and improved governance.
The meeting was attended by several key federal ministers, including Dr. Musadik Malik, Ahad Khan Cheema, Sardar Awais Khan Leghari, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Ali Pervaiz Malik, Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kiyani, Chief Coordinator Musharraf Zaidi, and other senior officials.
