Islamabad: Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan chaired a high-level review meeting to evaluate Pakistan Post’s operational framework, financial condition, and challenges. The meeting stressed the need for modernizing the postal service to ensure its sustainability.

According to Press Information Department, the Federal Secretary for Communications and the Director General of Pakistan Post provided an overview of the department’s operational deficit and past financial burdens. The assessment included the effects of uncompensated public services and staff recruitments in 2023, highlighting the necessity for a balanced fiscal strategy.

Minister Abdul Aleem Khan emphasized the importance of digital transformation in the competitive service sector. He expressed concerns about delays in digitization efforts, including collaboration with EXIM Bank, and stressed that timely implementation is crucial. The Minister noted that beginning with 86 major post offices could have been a foundation for broader modernization.

The Minister stated the need for a forward-looking business strategy to secure the future of Pakistan Post’s 22,000 employees. He emphasized reforms, structural changes, and improved efficiency as keys to making the organization profitable and competitive.

Minister Khan instructed senior officials to develop a detailed reform plan for the Prime Minister. He reiterated that strategic restructuring, fiscal management, and technology integration are essential for Pakistan Post to meet modern market demands and achieve financial stability.