State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja Monday underscored the importance of equipping the country\u2019s youth with the latest technological advancements happening globally.
\n\u201cEverything now revolves around technology, and we have to adapt as quickly as possible. We must ensure that our young people are well-versed in the technological advancements happening globally, whether for social or economic development,\u201d she said during the launch of the State of Youth Entrepreneurship Ecosystem report.<\/p>\n
She highlighted the transformative opportunities available to the youth in the digital age, where advancements like artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping industries.
\nThe minister mentioned how platforms like meta AI (used in WhatsApp and other meta platforms) were introduced in Pakistan before globally, showcasing the potential and capacity of Pakistani youth.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are pushing for a startup ecosystem under the vision of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and the government is embarking on a journey of national digitization, aiming to digitize government processes, the economy, and society,\u201d she elaborated.
\nThe minister outlined the government\u2019s goal of creating digital identities for every citizen, which would enhance living standards and interactions with the government.
\nShe emphasized the role of fintech in formalizing the economy, noting the shift towards digital payments even among street vendors.
\nShe informed about the evolution of Pakistan\u2019s economy, with street vendors accepting digital payments through platforms like EasyPaisa, highlighting how this formalization of the economy benefits the country.
\nShaza Khawaja stressed that the government\u2019s vision is to let the private sector drive this transformation, leading to capacity building, increased demand, and employment opportunities for young people.
\n\u201cThis transformation will genuinely make life easier for everyone,\u201d she concluded, highlighting the significant impact of digitalization on Pakistan\u2019s economy and society.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja Monday underscored the importance of equipping the country\u2019s youth with the latest technological advancements happening globally. \u201cEverything now revolves around technology, and we have to adapt as quickly as possible. We must ensure that our young people are well-versed in the technological advancements happening globally, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":405104,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-405088","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n