May 02, 2024 (MLN): The government is taking significant steps underway for digitalization in the country, and a Public-Private dialogue platform will be launched very soon, Minister of IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja informed representatives of Asia Internet Coalition (AIC) member companies during a meeting yesterday.
The meeting discussed matters related to digitalization, responsible use of social media platforms, digital rights and e-safety in details. AIC's membership includes Facebook, Google, Apple, Amazon, X, Yahoo, LinkedIn, and others.
While talking to AIC's member companies representatives, Shaza Fatima Khawaja said that under the vision of the Prime Minister of Pakistan private sector is being fully supported.
She said that the 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.
The meeting was also attended by Additional Secretary MoITT, Ms. Aisha Humera Moriani, Member IT Syed Junaid Imam and Member Telecom Muhammad Jahanzeb Rahim.
