Karachi, In celebration of Global Ethics Day 2023 from October 17-19, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) hosted a series of events in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. These events, themed ‘Ethics for a Better World’, convened leading policymakers, business magnates, and thought leaders to discuss pivotal topics such as sustainability, positive work culture, leadership, regulatory governance, and the ethical implications of digital transformation.
According to a news release by Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), The Chief Guests, Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman, Governor Punjab, Akif Saeed, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, and Muhammad Azfar Ahsan, Former Minister of State for Investment and Founder of Nutshell Group, shared their perspectives. They focused on Pakistan’s potential growth avenues, highlighting the country’s vast population and abundant resources. Additionally, they underscored the importance of integrating digital transformation and ethics to enhance both national and global productivity. Their remarks culminated in a call for collective commitment to ethical practices to further Pakistan’s prosperity and its global impact.
In Karachi, the dialogue was enriched by speakers such as Asim Siddiqui from EY Ford Rhodes, Asif Jooma of Lucky Core Industries Ltd., Armughan Ahmed Kausar of Habib Bank Limited, and many other notable figures who discussed sustainable economic development.
The Lahore event witnessed conversations centered on sustainability, digital innovation, and preparing a future-ready workforce. Esteemed participants included Zia ul Mustafa Awan of ICMA Pakistan, Omer Zaheer Meer of Millennium Law and Corporate Company, Ammar Naqvi, Accountant General Punjab, and several other dignitaries.
The Islamabad event, which marked the conclusion of the series, featured eminent speakers like Muhammad Azfar Ahsan from Nutshell Group and Shehzad Ahmad Malik, President of ICMA Pakistan. They discussed ESG, positive work culture, and Pakistan’s transformative growth trajectory.
Assad Hameed Khan, Head of ACCA Pakistan, in his media address, emphasized the significance of these events. He reiterated ACCA’s belief in collective efforts to overcome challenges and carve a path toward a sustainable future defined by ethical leadership, trust, and entrepreneurial excellence.
These three events saw support from several institutions, including Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, ICMA Pakistan, Habib Bank Limited, and many others, with Nutshell Group joining as a Knowledge Partner.
Global Ethics Day, an initiative of the Carnegie Council, is an annual international event that encourages organizations to highlight the importance of ethics through various programs and activities. ACCA has long prioritized ethics and professionalism, as evidenced by their ethics and professional skills module, which is a requirement for ACCA membership.
ACCA, with over 247,000 qualified members and 526,000 aspiring members globally, stands as the premier body for professional accountants. It leverages its global reach to connect individuals with promising careers, businesses with top financial talent, and economies with growth components. Its commitment to talent development and futuristic career outlook is evident in its global partnerships and award-winning Professional Insights programme.