Bilal Bin Saqib, Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), represented Pakistan at the historic 10th anniversary of World Drone Congress in Shenzhen, where Pakistan was designated as the Country of Honour. The Congress is regarded as one of the world’s leading platforms for drone technology, autonomous systems, UAV […]
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Pakistan emerging as global information technology powerhouse: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan was rapidly advancing towards a complete digital transformation through major investments in technology infrastructure, skilled youth and modern communication systems. In his message on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, he emphasised that the country was steadily strengthening its position as a global information technology hub. Moreover, he praised […]
Pakistan fast becoming ‘digital economy’ as cashless market usage expands: minister
In line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision for a modern and digitally connected Pakistan, Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Bilal Azhar Kayani Saturday said the country is steadily advancing toward a cashless economy, supported by increasing public adoption of digital payment systems. While speaking exclusively to a local media outlet, the Minister […]
Pakistan unveils $1 billion plan to advance national AI ecosystem
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan will invest one billion dollars in artificial intelligence by 2030 to build a strong national AI ecosystem and accelerate digital transformation across key sectors. He shared this vision while addressing the inauguration ceremony of Indus AI Week 2026 in Islamabad, attended by international delegations and senior government officials. […]
Pakistan assumes presidency of Digital Cooperation Organisation
Pakistan on Thursday formally assumed the presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO) during its fifth General Assembly held in Kuwait, marking a significant milestone in the country’s expanding role in global digital governance. Read More: Pakistan positions itself as ‘Leading Digital Nation’ at DFDI Forum The presidency was handed over at a ceremony attended by senior representatives […]
Pakistan, Sri Lanka launch digital partnership
Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Wednesday agreed to deepen partnership in the digital economy by establishing a Joint Working Group on Information Technology and Digital Economy, marking a new phase in bilateral collaboration focused on emerging technologies and digital transformation. Read More: Roundtable highlights pathways for inclusive digital transformation The decision was taken during the 13th session of […]
PM Shehbaz seeks UAE investment in Pakistan’s IT and digital sectors
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Friday welcomed growing interest from UAE investors for the investment in Pakistan’s digital economy, emphasizing the government’s focus on business-to-business cooperation in information technology, blockchain, and emerging technologies. Read More: Govt accords special importance to B2B cooperation, PM tells UAE delegaion The premier met with a delegation from the UAE’s Sajwani […]
Pakistani creators gain global traction on YouTube
Pakistan’s growing wave of social media content creator is accelerating the country’s creative momentum, with YouTube emerging as a key platform for global recognition. A rapidly expanding ecosystem of creators, artists and storytellers is helping Pakistani content reach audiences far beyond national borders. Read More: YouTube hosts first creator roundtable with Pakistani content creators Recent statistics show that more […]
Finance Ministry enforces asset disclosure for civil servants
Pakistan has enacted legislation requiring all government employees and parliamentarians to publicly disclose their assets by December 31. Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said the law fulfills IMF directives and is a practical measure, not an additional condition. He emphasized that the move strengthens transparency, accountability, and public trust in governance. Aurangzeb explained that civil […]
Jazz rolls out free SIMs for 2m BISP beneficiaries
ISLAMABAD: In a major step toward promoting a cashless economy, Jazz has launched a nationwide campaign to distribute free SIMs to two million beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP). Read More: BISP to expand support to 10m beneficiaries The initiative follows a clear directive from the prime minister to ensure that vulnerable women are not […]