Islamabad: Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima announced significant advancements in Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda, emphasizing the government’s dedication to improving digital services nationwide.

According to Radio Pakistan, during an event in Islamabad, Shaza Fatima discussed the government’s commitment to the Digital Nation Pakistan initiative. She pointed out that digital transformation is enhancing citizens’ lives by expanding access to digital services. The Minister highlighted the achievements of the Universal Service Fund (USF), which has laid over thirteen thousand kilometers of optical fiber throughout Pakistan. The USF has also completed investments totaling one billion dollars to improve internet access in underserved and unserved regions, with 158 projects completed to date.

Additionally, Shaza Fatima noted the progress being made toward the introduction of satellite connectivity in Pakistan, further underscoring the government’s focus on expanding digital infrastructure.