Govt committed to transform Pakistan into cashless economy: Minister of State for IT Shaza Fatima

Liaquat Ali

Islamabad: Ambassador of Ethiopia to Pakistan Mr. Jemal Beker Abdula called on Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Ms.Shaza Fatima Khawaja in her office on Wednesday.Matters of mutual interest, digitalization and e-governance were discussed in the meeting.

Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima said that boost in relations between Pakistan and Ethiopia in IT and telecom sector is vital. She said the IT and Telecommunication sector of Pakistan is rapidly progressing. Shaza Fatima said under the vision of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, steps are underway for digital transformation in the country, adding that society, economy and governance are being digitalised. She said present government is committed to transform Pakistan into cashless economy. Steps are being taken to promote digital payments in the country as digital payments have important role in driving economic growth and efficiency, she said.

Shaza Fatima said that Ethiopia can benefit from Pakistan’s experiences in the field of Information and Communications Technology (ICT). She also assured Pakistan government’s full support to Ethiopia regarding digitalization.

Ambassador of Ethiopia said that the IT sector of Pakistan has great potential. He said Ethiopia wanted to increase ties with Pakistan in the field of IT and Telecommunication, adding that we aspire to get benefit from Pakistan’s experiences in ICT infrastructure development.

The meeting was also attended by DG International Coordination Syed Jawwad Ali Sherazi.