Islamabad: The 95th meeting of the Universal Service Fund (USF) Board, presided over by Mr. Zarrar Hasham Khan, Secretary of the Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan, convened on December 27th, 2024. Key topics included compliance with the State-Owned Enterprises (Governance and Operations) Act, 2023, updates on operational and legal matters, and discussions on future regulatory strategies.

According to a statement by Universal Service Funds, the meeting saw participation from six of the seven board members along with USF management. The discussions primarily centered around ensuring adherence to the latest governance policies as mandated by the 2023 Act.

The board was briefed on various operational and legal updates, reflecting the USF’s commitment to maintaining transparency and efficiency. Additionally, strategies for ensuring future compliance with evolving regulations were a significant focus of the meeting.

The Universal Service Fund continues to play a crucial role in Pakistan’s IT and telecom sector, aiming to bridge the digital divide across the country. The board meetings are pivotal in steering the organization towards achieving its goals in line with national policies.