Customs prosecutors trained to strengthen enforcement

January 16, 2025 (MLN): To enhance the capacity of customs prosecutors and strengthen legal practices in customs enforcement, a three-day training program was conducted.

The training program included sessions on trade-based money laundering, offering insights into the intersection of financial crimes and customs activities.

The training was conducted by the Ministry of Law and Justice in collaboration with the Federal Board of Revenue, which was held in Karachi on the special directives of the Prime Minister.

The first two training sessions of the program were held in Islamabad and Lahore, accommodating participants from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan.

Muhammad Sadiq, Director of General Valuation and Chief Collector Exports, appreciated the Ministry of Law and Justice for its ownership of the legal fraternity across the country.

He also praised the Ministry’s efforts in capacity building of prosecutors and investigators working in customs.

He specifically acknowledged the role of the Federal Minister for Law and Justice in the initiative and praised his commitment to fostering excellence in legal practice.

He also suggested organizing similar training programs in the future to enhance the skills and capabilities of legal professionals across the country.

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