Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja arrived in Shanghai, China, on Thursday to participate in the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026. According to a news release issued by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, the minister is playing an active and key role during her visit to Shanghai and […]
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IT minister reaffirms commitment to global digital cooperation
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Tuesday said artificial intelligence (AI) systems must be developed and used in full compliance with international law and the United Nations Charter, with meaningful human oversight in both civilian and security domains. Addressing the thematic discussion on “Safe, Secure and Trustworthy AI: Interoperability and […]
Pakistan finalising national cybersecurity policy: Shaza Fatima
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Thursday said that the government of Pakistan is finalising a national cybersecurity policy, which will establish an independent Cybersecurity Authority. In an interview with the VB.KG editorial team, she said, “It will protect government systems, data, and citizens in the digital age.” Shaza Fatima […]
IT ministry launches cloud programme, startup fund to boost digital economy
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), through its flagship organisation Ignite – National Technology Fund, on Friday launched two landmark initiatives – the Prime Minister’s Cloud Enablement Program for Startups and the Pakistan Startup Fund (PSF). The event marks a significant milestone in the government of Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen the national innovation […]
PTA updates on starlink license and Karachi’s mobile signal woes
The Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) briefed the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Information Technology about Starlink. The Space Board has issued a temporary license to Starlink. However, the full license will be given once regulations are finalized. The PTA is working on this process. During the meeting, Committee Chairman asked about challenges […]
Huawei to empower 60,000 Pakistanis with tech training
Huawei Technologies has committed to providing advanced technical training to 60,000 Pakistanis, with a total of 300,000 participants receiving training by the end of 2025. This initiative includes 240,000 individuals undergoing basic IT training. The announcement came during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Huawei CEO Ethen Sun. The Prime Minister emphasized that […]