The federal government has announced a large -scale plan aimed at stimulating its technological sector through major infrastructure projects, digital services and foreign investment campaigns.
Speaking on Wednesday during the leaders of Islamabad Business Summit, the Federal Minister of Computer Science and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima said that the country was preparing to launch several initiatives aimed at modernizing its digital landscape and aligning itself on global technological trends.
Among the main projects is the opening of the first computer park dedicated to Pakistan in Islamabad, planned for the inauguration on August 14 of this year, followed by a park similar to Karachi.
The parks aim to provide spaces specially designed for technological startups, freelancers and software companies oriented towards export.
The Minister also unveiled plans for a Smart Islamabad pilot project and a new “super application” for capital, designed to integrate public services and improve urban management through digital platforms.
Fatima pointed out that the procedures for registering companies in Islamabad will be fully moved online in the coming months, allowing entrepreneurs to access all the permits and services required numerically.
She cited similar successful models in international cities like Shenzhen, China.
In a decision to attract foreign investors, Pakistan will organize a digital foreign investment summit from April 28 to 29, in collaboration with Saudi Arabia.
The event aims to promote investment opportunities in the growing digital economy of Pakistan.
In addition, the government is developing 250 national employment centers and converts vacant buildings into computer parks, creating new employment opportunities and supporting the technological sector infrastructure.
Fatima has said that each dollar spent to market the Pakistan technological sector reports about $ 49 in returns, highlighting the economic potential of the industry.
The government has set an ambitious objective of $ 25 billion in computer exports in the years to come.
She highlighted the importance of adopting technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computer science, warning that not adapting could isolate Pakistan from global progress.
“The world evolves quickly. If we do not continue, we risk being left behind,” said Fatima.
