Tripartite deal with SBP, 1LINK (Guarantee) Ltd signed: SC integrates digital payments into judicial processes

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court integrated digital payments into judicial processes, marking another significant milestone in the Court’s ongoing digitization and public facilitation initiatives.

Tripartite agreement with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and 1LINK (Guarantee) Limited was signed on Thursday for the integration of digital payment solutions into judicial processes. The Registrar and senior officers of the Supreme Court, along with senior representatives of the State Bank of Pakistan Banking Services Corporation and 1LINK (Guarantee) Limited, were present on the occasion.

The initiative forms part of the broader reform agenda being pursued by the Supreme Court of Pakistan to promote citizen-centric service delivery through technology-enabled solutions. Upon implementation, litigants and legal practitioners will be able to pay court fees electronically through approved digital channels, replacing the existing manual legal fee stamp system and facilitating a more efficient, transparent, and accessible payment mechanism.

The digital payment framework is expected to streamline financial transactions relating to judicial services, reduce processing time and administrative burden, and minimize reliance on paper-based procedures. It will also enhance transparency, accountability, and ease of access for litigants and other court users.

The participants highlighted the importance of leveraging technology to improve institutional efficiency and public facilitation. The initiative is expected to contribute to the broader objectives of digital governance and the modernization of judicial administration.

The integration of digital payment solutions reflects the Supreme Court’s continued commitment to modernization, innovation, and technology-driven reforms aimed at improving service delivery, enhancing accessibility, and strengthening public confidence in the justice system.

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