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PM Shehbaz Reaffirms Drive to Make Pakistan a Regional IT Hub

A Lahore meeting with Arfa Karim’s family preceded promises of continued laptop distribution this year.

Overview

  • The prime minister said the government is working round the clock to position Pakistan as a regional center for information technology.
  • He identified internationally competitive IT education and training for youth as a top national priority.
  • He highlighted a push to foster entrepreneurship in the technology sector to expand opportunities for young professionals.
  • He assured full government support for the Arfa Karim Foundation following discussions with its leadership.
  • He paid tribute to Arfa Karim’s achievements and noted that Lahore’s IT Tower carries her name in recognition of her legacy.