{"id":552495,"date":"2026-06-22T18:14:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T13:14:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=552495"},"modified":"2026-06-22T19:35:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:35:15","slug":"pakistan-plans-rs283bn-national-ai-ecosystem-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/pakistan-plans-rs283bn-national-ai-ecosystem-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan plans Rs283bn national AI ecosystem programme"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The government has planned a Rs. 283 billion programme to build a secure, sovereign, and innovation-driven artificial intelligence ecosystem over the next five years.<br \/>\nAccording to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the National AI Ecosystem Development Programme (NAIEDP) will be implemented from 2026 to 2031.<br \/>\nThe government has proposed an initial allocation of Rs185 million for FY2026-27 to start work on the programme.<br \/>\nThe initiative is expected to serve as a cornerstone of Pakistan\u2019s broader digital transformation agenda and help position the country to benefit from the growing global AI economy.<br \/>\nAmong its key objectives, the programme aims to promote economic transformation and growth by adopting artificial intelligence across sectors.<br \/>\nIn addition, it plans to provide support for AI startups and innovation, encouraging the growth of a domestic technology ecosystem and fostering entrepreneurship in emerging technologies.<br \/>\nSector-specific modernization through AI applications forms another major component of the programme. The initiative is expected to facilitate the use of artificial intelligence in public services, industry and other economic sectors to improve efficiency and productivity.<br \/>\nThe documents also highlight the development of AI governance and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible use of the technology. A strategic funding window is proposed under the programme to enable swift responses to emerging technological opportunities and challenges.<br \/>\nWith a projected outlay of Rs283 billion through 2031, the NAIEDP represents a significant step towards strengthening Pakistan\u2019s technological competitiveness and long-term digital development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The government has planned a Rs. 283 billion programme to build a secure, sovereign, and innovation-driven artificial intelligence ecosystem over the next five years. 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