AI Policy to Be Approved Soon, Says Shaza

AI policy to be approved soon, says Shaza

Information Technology and Telecommunication Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Wednesday that Pakistan's AI policy, which was finalised after a year of consultations at home and abroad, is likely to be approved soon. Speaking at a seminar at Quaid-i-Azam University, the minister reaffirmed the government's strong commitment to implementing the AI policy. She urged all stakeholders to play an active role in turning the policy into reality. "O…

UNESCO and Jazz Collaborate to Advance Multi-Stakeholder Approach towards Ethical AI Discourse in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, 24 July 2025 — UNESCO, in collaboration with Jazz, hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue titled “AI for Humanity: Ethical and Inclusive AI in Pakistan”, bringing together key actors from the private, public sector, civil society, academia, and media to discuss AI Innovation Ecosystem from Pakistan’s draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy perspective. The dialogue is part of a broader series of technical engagements facilitat…

Pakistan Prepares for AI Era with New Policy and Startup Fund

Pakistan is on the brink of a major technological leap as it prepares to approve its first-ever national Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. Finalized after extensive consultations both locally and internationally, the policy promises to reshape how the country integrates emerging technologies into its economy and society. Speaking at a seminar hosted by Quaid-i-Azam University, Federal […] The post Pakistan Prepares for AI Era with New Policy …

Pakistan AI policy finalised, says Shaza Fatima

Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima has announced that Pakistan’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy has been finalized through a broad and inclusive consultative process, and the government is now shifting its focus to effective implementation. Speaking at an event in Islamabad on Wednesday, the minister emphasized that embracing emerging technologies is essential for Pakistan’s progress and sustainable development. “We must adopt…

Pakistan's AI policy formulated after consultations: Shaza Fatima

Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima has said Pakistan’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy has been formulated in a comprehensive manner after consultations. Addressing an event in Islamabad on Wednesday, she said the government will focus on its implementation and execution. She said we have to embrace the technology to take the country forward on the path of progress and development. At present, there does not exist any AI-specif…