FIA raids Islamabad offices over fake apostille stickers and document fraud
What happened
The FIA Anti-Corruption Circle conducted raids on consultancy and courier offices in Islamabad on September 19 and 20, 2026. Authorities registered Case No. 48/2026 after busting a network involved in producing fake apostille stickers, forged official seals, and fraudulent document-verification services. Sixteen people were arrested, and six Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials are being sought for questioning.
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Why it matters
The investigation follows reports that Director General Ahmed Ali Sirohey was promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after uncovering a gang that caused approximately Rs12 billion in losses to the public exchequer in a single year. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson described the initial reports of the investigation as unverified and baseless.
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Who's involved
- ECSAmerican company possibly targeted by the FIA raid due to involvement in a large-scale fraud network.
- Ministry of Foreign AffairsGovernmental body under investigation regarding a deep-rooted gang causing losses to the public exchequer.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- ECSSpeculative
ECS might face increased operational costs and reduced revenue due to the scrutiny of the fraud network.
- Ministry of Foreign AffairsSpeculative
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs could face increased regulatory costs and potential losses to public funds due to the corruption investigation.
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The entities involved
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ECS
American company based in Fairfax
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Runs the diplomatic relations of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan with other countries