Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said Pakistan is well positioned to emerge as a regional hub for digital innovation and technology-led growth. He made the remarks while addressing a ceremony in Islamabad marking the launch of the IBI Pakistan Digital Economy Headquarters. His statement reflects the government’s push to expand the country’s digital economy.

Dar said Pakistan’s IT sector is growing rapidly, supported by a young workforce and expanding investment opportunities. He added that the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is shifting focus toward digital infrastructure and innovation. The initiative includes artificial intelligence, ICT development and smart connectivity systems.

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Meanwhile, the deputy prime minister said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif envisions transforming Pakistan into a regional centre for digital economy activities. He stressed that technology partnerships and innovation-led growth are key to future economic stability. Officials believe this shift could attract foreign investment in emerging sectors.

Furthermore, Dar highlighted the importance of Pakistan-China cooperation in advancing digital transformation. He described the bilateral partnership as entering a new phase focused on modern technologies and economic integration. The launch of the digital economy headquarters was presented as a milestone in this evolving collaboration.

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Overall, the government says Pakistan’s digital economy is expanding and offers significant potential for long-term development. Authorities are focusing on strengthening infrastructure and innovation ecosystems to support sustainable growth. The initiative is part of broader efforts to modernise the national economy.