ISLAMABAD, Jun 11 (APP): Minister of State for Information Technology, Shaza Fatima on Tuesday said that the GSMA Digital Nation Summit would be held on August 7, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards a digitally empowered nation.
She shared these views while chairing a curtain-raiser meeting for the ‘GSMA Digital Nation Summit’ at the Ministry of IT, according to a news release. The GSMA, in collaboration with the Ministry of IT & Telecom, will organize the event.
The minister said that the government’s vision of transforming Pakistan into a knowledge-based economy where innovation and technology drive economic growth and enhance governance.
Shaza Fatima highlighted that digital transformation was not just a goal but a prerequisite for the nation’s progress.
“By embracing digital technologies, we can enhance productivity, foster innovation, and ensure inclusive growth,”
she said.
She affirmed the government’s commitment to supporting digital innovation and infrastructure development.
The GSMA Digital Nation Summit is seen as a testament to the collective commitment to a digital future.
The chair was briefed about the goals, themes, and expected outcomes of the Summit.
The meeting was attended by Secretary IT Captain (Retd) Muhammad Mahmood, Head of GSMA APAC Julian Gorman, and Country Lead GSMA Saira Faisal.
Additional attendees included Additional Secretary MoITT Aisha Humera Moriani, Member Telecom Muhammad Jahanzeb Rahim, CEO Jazz Aamir Ibrahim, President and Group CEO PTCL & Ufone Hatem Bamatraf, and other representatives from the telecom industry.
