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Regulates and issues channel licenses for establishment of the mass media culture, print and electronic media
State owned enterprise responsible for the regulation of establishment, operation and maintenance of telecommunications in Pakistan
Cabinet-level ministry of the Government of Pakistan concerned with Information Technology and Telecommunications
Autonomous body established by Government of the Punjab to digitize the governance and promote entrepreneurship in the province
National technology fund which invests in startups through the Seed Fund & provides training to improve IT skills
P@sha - Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT and ITES is the trade association for IT companies in Pakistan with over 150 members
National strategy to improve the quality of life of it's citizens through ensuring availability of accessible, affordable and reliable ICT services
National policy to empower and uplift Pakistani youth through skill development programs, internship, entrepreneurship and startup support programs
Creation of a welfare state utilizing 21st century technologies
Aims to transform Pakistan into a knowledge based economy and enable the IT sector to become a major contributor to exports and job creation
Summarizes the key fiscal and monetary measures to mitigate the economic and public health fallout of the Coronavirus pandemic
E-Commerce Laws
Establishes framework to shift away from cash-on-delivery payment methods towards digital payments by 2029. Mandates the creation of a national e-commerce council to regulate and support the e-commerce sector and engage with international payment providers.
Cyber Security Laws
Introduces offenses to tackle cyberstalking, online harassment, forgery, blasphemy and forms of cyberterrorism. Grants the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) power to remove or block access to online information if in the interest of Islam or the integrity, security or defense of Pakistan.
Online Content Laws
Grants PEMRA the power to issue licenses for broadcast media and distribution services. Includes a code of conduct for media broadcasters that prevents the airing of programs that sow sectarian or religious discord, injury public morality, and incite violence and anti-state attitudes.
Data Privacy Laws
Will establish a National Commission for Personal Data Protection (NCPDP) to regulate, support companies involved in data collection. Ensures the right of individuals to access and amend their personal data. Firms must receive consent to collection data and ensure its protection.
Emerging Tech Laws
Aims to convert 30% of total number of vehicles, including cars and rickshaws, into electric vehicles in its first phase and ultimately convert 100,000 cars and 500,000 two- and three-wheeler vehicles in four years. Implements several incentive and subsidy initiatives including fuel import bill substitution to promote EV development.
