Report by Engineering Post
Pakistan’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector was quite rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of economic and social transformation,, positioning the country for a digitally empowered future. With a fast -expanding digital economy, a dynamic and youthful population, and a government focused on comprehensive digitalization , the sector was at the heart of the country’s URAAN Pakistan (National Economic Transformation Plan). Central to this transformation was the strategic alignment of ICT advancements with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs, ensuring that technological progress drives inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development.
A key enabler of this transformation was Pakistan’s vast and growing human capital and the country was producing over 25000 IT graduates annually. Through initiatives, according to the information available from the official sources , such as National Incubation Centres( NICs), Technology Park, and
Startup Accelerators, Pakistan was duly fostering an innovation-driven culture which was nurturing digital entrepreneurship and technology based employment. Collaborative efforts between academia and industry were also accelerating the development of a future-ready workforce. By aligning curriculum with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), skill development in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing ,cybersecurity, and the Internet of Things (IoT) was also being prioritized.
Furthermore, connectivity lies at the heat of Pakistan’s digital growth strategy. Efforts to enhance broadband penetration and rolling out robust 5G infrastructure were quite obviously essential for bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas. The Federal Government-led digital inclusion initiatives were also expanding access to the underserved regions, ensuring that the benefits of digital transformation reach all segments of the society. Digital public services, including e-governance, telemedicine, digital education, and fintech, were transforming service delivery and promoting transparency and efficiency. Pakistan was also rapidly advancing its position in space and satellite technology. The launching of PakSat MM-1 (Pakistan Multi-Mission Communication Satellite System) has duly strengthened national capabilities in broadband, remote health services, and e-learning.
