Summary
- Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja informed the National Assembly on Thursday that the government is moving forward with a comprehensive agenda to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, and safeguard the digital rights of citizens across Pakistan.
- According to Shaza Fatima, the Pakistan Digital Authority will be responsible for drafting a comprehensive national digital master plan.
- On cybersecurity preparedness, Shaza Fatima informed the house that Pakistan already has a national cybersecurity framework in place to protect government networks and public-sector digital infrastructure.
Weiterlesen: Pakistan launches new digital governance framework under digital nation act
Pakistan is pursuing a massive digital transformation, led by the new Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA), to create a citizen-centric, digitally empowered nation. Key initiatives are already boosting efficiency, expanding digital inclusion and strengthening the digital economy. The PDA’s success will be measured by its ability to build public trust, ensure inclusivity and maintain ethical safeguards.
Pakistan is charting an ambitious course toward a citizen-centric, digitally empowered nation under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act 2025 and the National Digital Commission. At the heart of this transformation lies the newly established Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA), mandated to design, implement and oversee a coherent digital governance framework across the public sector.
Weiterlesen: Pakistan Digital Authority: Building a Citizen-Centric Digital Future
The government has placed digital transformation at the centre of its economic governance reform agenda, aiming to modernise public administration, improve service delivery and strengthen decision-making through data-driven systems, according to the Prime Minister’s Economic Governance Reforms (PM-EGR) document.
The reform framework identifies digitalisation as a critical enabler for improving efficiency, transparency and accountability across government institutions. It recognises that outdated manual processes, fragmented data systems and limited use of technology have constrained the effectiveness of public administration. To address these challenges, the government plans to accelerate the adoption of digital tools and integrated information systems across ministries and departments.
Weiterlesen: PK: Digitalisation, data-driven governance to modernise public sector operations
Lahore’s iconic Liberty Chowk is undergoing a major transformation as authorities move forward with the installation of advanced transparent smart mesh displays.
The project aims to convert the busy roundabout into a modern, visually striking smart square aligned with smart city standards.
Weiterlesen: PK: Punjab: Lahore’s Liberty Chowk to Get Smart City Makeover
A delegation from Beiming Software, a China-based technology company, has explored collaboration opportunities in smart cities and digital transformation during a visit to Pakistan, taking a new step in China–Pakistan cooperation in emerging technologies.
During the visit, the company signed a strategic partnership agreement with Smart TechOne (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of Habib Rafiq Engineering (Pvt) Ltd (HRL Group).
According to a Gwadar Pro’s report on Tuesday, the Smart TechOne is working on Pakistan’s digital transformation through projects such as Capital Smart City, Lahore Smart City, and Silicon Village.
Weiterlesen: Chinese tech firm explores smart city collaboration in Pakistan