Pakistan, June 25 -- Details of lawmakers' salaries in Pakistan have recently come to light. These include the pay of National Assembly, Senate, and provincial members. The figures show major differences between the salaries of lawmakers in different regions. This has started a new debate about fairness and balance in public pay structures.

Members of the National Assembly and Senate receive a gross monthly salary of PKR 705,000. This amount was set equal to a federal secretary's salary. The decision was made to reflect their senior status. Their income is the highest among all lawmakers in the country.

In the provinces, Punjab Assembly members earn PKR 485,000. Gilgit-Baltistan lawmakers follow closely with PKR 465,000. Meanwhile, Balo...