Islamabad: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has conducted the second installment of its orientation series for the judges of the District Judiciary in Islamabad, focusing on anti-money laundering frameworks and investigation mechanisms. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between investigative practices and judicial oversight in addressing complex financial crimes.

According to Press Information Department, the session titled “Investigation Mechanism of Money Laundering Cases and Global Framework” featured Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, as the chief guest, and was inaugurated by Chairman NAB, Lt Gen (R) Nazir Ahmed. Technical insights were provided by Deputy Chairman Sohail Nasir, Prosecutor General Ihtesham Qadir Shah, Director General (SID) Muhammad Tahir, and Ms. Noor-us-Sahar from the Financial Monitoring Unit (FMU).

Senator Tarar highlighted the government’s dedication to the rule of law and the importance of capacity-building initiatives. He emphasized the judiciary’s role in ensuring due process in complex cases, advocating for continued professional development to adapt to evolving legal frameworks.

Chairman NAB reiterated the importance of ongoing collaboration between investigators and the judiciary to tackle sophisticated financial crimes and maintain Pakistan’s economic integrity. The session included briefings on the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) 2010, global standards from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), and intelligence-led investigations.

The session concluded with a certificate distribution for participating judges, reinforcing a national commitment to combating financial corruption through effective adjudication and governance.