LAHORE (APP) - Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Saturday the government is taking rapid steps to promote digital economy and investment in the technology sector.
She said that next month, the 600 MHz spectrum will be auctioned, which will significantly increase mobile internet capacity and provide citizens with fast, high-quality, and reliable internet. She added that this would reduce connectivity issues for citizens and boost digital services, e-commerce, e-governance, and other online facilities.
She was addressing the Indus AI Week Conference here at Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI).
Along with LCCI President Faheem-ur Rehman Saigol, she also inaugurated Lahore Chamber’s online membership portal, and said, LCCI has become the first chamber in the country to offer online services. She explained that through this portal, new and existing businesses can easily obtain membership, access information, and increase business collaboration.
Shaza Fatima emphasized that using technology would make business processes easier, transparent and faster, helping strengthen the national economy.
Federal IT &Telecom Minister highlighted the “Smartphone for All” policy and said the government is taking steps to make smartphones accessible to citizens so everyone can benefit from modern technology.
She said one million people will be reskilled and upskilled in AI so youth, women, and professionals can meet digital market needs. She added that revolutionary steps are also being taken in education so students and professionals can gain skills for the future.
She said, the government wants digital platforms and AI to be used safely, transparently, and responsibly. Steps are being taken for cybersecurity, data protection, and strong governance so businesses and users can trust technology. She said, global-standard laws and regulations are being introduced to attract investors and boost IT and AI sector investment in Pakistan.