Delegation of overseas students under \u201cMitti Ki Pukaar \u2013 URAAN Pakistan\u201d Monday met Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja.
\nDetailed discussions on \u2018Digital Nation\u2019, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Telecom, and ongoing IT initiatives for students during an hour-long meeting.
\nA high-level delegation of overseas and international students visiting under the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives\u2019 flagship program \u201cMitti Ki Pukaar \u2013 URAAN Overseas Pakistan Summer Scholars Programme,\u201d representing top global universities, held an important and detailed meeting with the Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, at her office.
\nDuring this hour-long key session, an in-depth discussion took place between the federal minister and the students representing world-class universities regarding Pakistan\u2019s digital future, the growth of the IT sector, and youth empowerment.
\nDuring the meeting, Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja briefed the students on the Prime Minister of Pakistan\u2019s \u201cDigital Nation\u201d vision, highlighting how the Government of Pakistan is working to digitally empower the country and digitize all economic and administrative systems.
\nShe also informed them about the reforms and infrastructure enhancement measures being undertaken in the telecom sector regarding internet connectivity, 4G, and 5G in the country.
\nSpeaking on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and modern technologies, she stated that the government\u2019s aim is to equip Pakistani youth with advanced digital skills so they can compete globally.
\nThe minister provided details of various ongoing projects under the Ministry of IT and clarified how daily life is being made easier for ordinary citizens through e-governance and digital payments.
\nShe made special mention of the facilities provided for students, freelancers, and youth, including National Freelancing Programs, the establishment of IT Parks, and patronage for startups.
\nAn extensive Question and Answer (Q&A) session was also conducted during the meeting, where the overseas students asked various questions regarding IT policies, cybersecurity, international payments, and connecting overseas Pakistani talent with the local IT sector.
\nShaza Fatima provided comprehensive answers to all queries and outlined the government\u2019s future strategy.
\nThe scholars of \u201cMitti Ki Pukaar \u2013 URAAN\u201d appreciated the Federal Minister\u2019s vision, the efforts of the Ministry of IT, and the revolutionary steps being taken for students and youth. The scholars expressed their commitment to serve as ambassadors for Pakistan\u2019s digital vision at the international level and to play an active role in national development and the promotion of the IT sector through their academic and research expertise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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