May 02, 2024 (MLN): To discuss matters related to digitalization, responsible use of social media platforms, digital rights and e-safety in details, Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja held virtual meeting with Asia Internet Coalition (AIC) member companies' representatives led by its Managing Director Jeff Paine.
According to a press release issued, AIC's membership includes Facebook, Google, Apple, Amazon, X, Yahoo, LinkedIn, and others.
While talking to AIC's member companies representatives, Minister of State for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja said that steps underway for the digitalization in the country, adding that the government is committed for the digital transformation.
She said that under the vision of the Prime Minister of Pakistan private sector is being fully supported.
Public-Private dialogue platform will be launched very soon, she added.
Shaza Fatima said that work is going on on different policies.
She said that government is focused on the development of the youth and their capacity building by equipping them with digital skills.
Shaza Fatima said that responsible use of social medial platforms is utmost necessary.
