Islamabad, April 27, 2024 – In a significant move within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Ashhad Jawwad, a seasoned BS-21 officer of the Pakistan Customs Service (PCS), has been appointed as the new Member for Customs Operations. This crucial role is pivotal for overseeing and safeguarding revenue associated with foreign trade. The appointment was part of a broader reshuffle announced through a notification on April 26, 2024, which detailed transfers and postings across 14 senior positions within the PCS, spanning grades BS-20 to BS-22. This major administrative adjustment comes shortly after a number of senior officers were reassigned to the admin pool, indicating a strategic overhaul at the FBR aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies and compliance. Ashhad Jawwad, moving from his former role as Director General of the Customs Academy of Pakistan (CAP) in Karachi, is expected to bring a wealth of experience and a robust approach to his new position at FBR headquarters in Islamabad. His leadership comes at a critical time when the FBR is intensifying efforts to streamline operations and boost revenue collections from customs duties and taxes on international trade. Among other notable transfers, Faiz Ahmad, a BS-22 officer, has been appointed as the new Director General of CAP, Karachi. This position remains specially upgraded and is tailored personally for him for the duration of his tenure. Previously, Ahmad served as Director General of the Directorate General of Intelligence & Investigation at the FBR in Islamabad. Additionally, Muhammad Sadiq, formerly the Chief Collector of Customs Appraisement in Punjab, has taken over as Director General of the Directorate General of Customs Valuation in Karachi. This role is critical for determining the correct…