IHC seeks foreign travel records from ICAP and ICMAP

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP), directing both organizations to provide details regarding the foreign visits undertaken by their officials.

According to information provided in the court proceedings, the IHC bench asked ICAP and ICMAP to submit comprehensive records of all foreign trips made by their office-bearers. The court's directive came during the hearing of a petition that raised questions about the frequency and purpose of these overseas visits.

The court has sought clarity on the nature of the trips, including information about the officials who traveled, the duration of their stays, and the expenses incurred. The notices require both professional bodies to furnish the requested details within the stipulated time frame set by the court.

The petition, which prompted the court's action, reportedly challenges the necessity and transparency of such foreign travel by the leadership of these accounting institutions. The IHC's move aims to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of resources by these organizations.

Further proceedings in the case are expected once ICAP and ICMAP submit their responses to the court's queries.