September 1, 2026
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed that the SCO establish a framework for sovereign AI infrastructure and governance, putting artificial intelligence among Pakistan's stated priorities for its 2026-27 chairmanship.
July 18, 2026
Pakistan has become one of 29 founding members of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation, signing the establishment agreement in Shanghai on July 16. Deputy PM Ishaq Dar signed on Pakistan's behalf at the World AI Conference, inaugurated by President Xi Jinping. Pakistan said it intends to use WAICO to narrow the global AI divide and expand equitable access to AI technologies, particularly from the perspective of the Global South.
June 28, 2026
Quantum Global Data Centre and Huawei have unveiled plans for Pakistan's largest Tier III data centre, a $230 million bet on sovereign computing as the country races to keep pace with AI demand.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that the privatization of Pakistani International Airlines has entered its final phase, while the government is also actively considering the external assignment of Islamabad’s international airport and the privatization of energy distribution companies. Aurangzeb made observations during a meeting on Tuesday with a delegation led by the founder and chief executive of Acumen Jacqueline Novogratz. The meeting focused on investment opportunities, climate durability and ongoing economic reforms in Pakistan. In a formal statement, the Ministry of Finance stated that the minister informed the delegation on the government’s agenda and the efforts to stabilize the
The global music industry has raised serious concerns about the practices of top artificial intelligence companies, accusing them of breach of large -scale copyright. The International Confederation of Music Publishers (ICMP), which represents the rights of publishing music worldwide, recently published the findings of a two -year survey claiming that large AI companies train their models in songs and lyrics protected by copyright. Publishers argue that these companies use huge quantities of unauthorized material obtained from electronic platforms, effectively exploiting the work of artists for commercial profit. The ICMP claims that businesses such as Openai, Suno, Udio and Mistral harvest
April 22, 2025
Listen to the article Sumitomo Corp. And SBI Holdings, two major Japanese companies, announced their decision to make a 20% bet each to the FPT Smart Cloud Japan, a subsidiary of the leading Vietnam Company, FPT Group. The use of NVIDIA’s NVIDIA solutions at FPT Smart Cloud Japan highlights the importance of cutting -edge technology to satisfy the increasing requirements of AI industries that drives such as health care, education and construction. The investment, which will close in May 2025, aims to support the growing demand for artificial intelligence applications (AI) in the region. The FPT Smart Cloud Japan was
February 19, 2025
Islamabad: SAP, a global leader in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, continues to revolutionize operations at Wafi Energy Pakistan Limited (formerly Shell Pakistan Limited), marking a transformative 14-year collaboration. In a significant step forward, Wafi Energy Pakistan is set to upgrade its systems to SAP’s RISE with S/4HANA in 2025, reaffirming its commitment to digital transformation and operational excellence. This strategic upgrade aims to modernize Wafi Energy Pakistan’s IT infrastructure, streamline processes, and reduce dependence on external applications. By transitioning to SAP’s next-generation ERP, the company is poised to enhance operational efficiency, deliver superior customer experiences, and align with global
February 14, 2025
Washington, D.C.: During the Indian Prime Minister’s visit to Washington, D.C., the United States and India discussed bilateral cooperation in defense, trade and investment, energy security, technology innovation, multilateral collaboration, and people-to-people exchanges. According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs, “On multilateral cooperation, both United States and Indian leaders reaffirmed that the global scourge of terrorism must be fought and terrorist safe havens eliminated from every corner of the world. They committed to strengthening cooperation against terrorist threats from groups including Al-Qa’ida, ISIS, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and Lashkar-e-Tayyiba to prevent heinous acts like the Mumbai attacks on 26/11 and the Abbey Gate
February 8, 2025
The Expanding Scope of Knowledge and Skills In the past, being an expert in one field was enough. Today, professionals are expected to be versatile—combining technical skills, communication, critical thinking, and adaptability. Digital tools bridge the gap by making knowledge and skill acquisition more accessible. For instance, a marketer now needs to understand data analytics, content creation, and SEO. A teacher must integrate online learning platforms. Without digital literacy, keeping up with these demands is nearly impossible. Efficiency and Automation One person cannot do everything manually. Digital literacy enables individuals to use tools that automate tasks, saving time and effort.
February 3, 2025
Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar has expressed commitment for modernization of all institutions working under the Ministry of Information. He was addressing the oath-taking ceremony of newly-elected officer bearers of APP Employees Union at PBC Broadcasting House in Lahore. The Minister said Pakistan Television Corporation, Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation and Associated Press of Pakistan are being digitized through use of the latest technology. He said a reforms process has been introduced in all these institutions. He said a Digital Department has been established recently, which has been incorporated with Artificial Intelligence. Talking about the PECA law, he said purpose
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