24.9 C
Islamabad
Friday, September 20, 2024

German Ambassador calls on IT Minister Islamabad

Must read

Huawei Technologies, NIBAF sign landmark Memorandum of Understanding for capability enhancement

Spokesman Report Islamabad: Huawei Technologies Pakistan and National Institute of Banking and Finance Pakistan took a significant step forward in their collaborative journey today, signing...

FFC Wins Best ESG Reporting Award for Second Consecutive Year

Spkoesman Report Islamabad: Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) was conferred with “Best ESG Reporting Award” for Second consecutive year at 21st Annual Excellence Awards Ceremony...

Bridging Hope and Opportunity: Hashoo Foundation Inaugurates ‘Crafts of Compassion’ Outlet

Spokesman Report Hashoo Foundation, in collaboration with UNHCR, the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the Commissionerate of Afghan Refugees, inaugurated the 'Crafts of Compassion' outlet...

North Korea successfully test fires new tactical ballistic missile and improved strategic cruise missile

KCNA Pyongyang: The Missile Administration of the DPRK successfully conducted test-fires of the new-type tactical ballistic missile Hwasongpho-11-Da-4.5 and an improved strategic cruise missile on...

German Ambassador calls on IT Minister Islamabad
FEDERAL MINISTER FOR IT AND TELECOMMUNICATION SYED AMIN UL HAQUE IN A MEETING WITH GERMAN AMBASSADOR TO PAKISTAN BERNHARD SCHLAGHECK IN ISLAMABAD.

Islamabad : German Ambassador to Pakistan Bernhard Schlagheck called on Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque here on Wednesday. Federal Minister for IT welcomed the German Ambassador in his office, and during meeting matters of mutual interests and related to digitalization were discussed. Federal Secretary Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui was also present in the meeting. The two sides agreed to enhance cooperation in IT and Telecommunication sector. Talking to German Ambassador, Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque said Pakistan greatly values its relations with Germany and want to enhance cooperation between the two countries in the field of IT and Telecom. He said that steps are underway for fulfilling Digital Pakistan Vision. He said that Ministry of IT & Telecom is taking strong initiatives for the development of IT and Telecom sector, adding that IT & Telecom sector of Pakistan has great potential. The Federal Minister said that Information and Communication Technology (ICT) export remittances surged to US $958 million at growth rate of 40 % during July –December of FY 2020-21 in comparison to same period of last financial year.He urged the IT and Telecom companies of Germany to invest in Pakistan as environment for investment in Pakistan is conducive. Ambassador of Germany appreciated the role of Minister of IT & Telecom regarding digitalization and for the development of IT and telecom sector of Pakistan. Meanwhile, Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque held virtual meeting with Director International Telecommunication Union (ITU)-BDT Doreen Bogdan-Martin.During meeting they discussed about connectivity and telecommunication services. While talking to ITU Director, Federal Minister for IT said that Ministry of IT & Telecom is fully committed to end the digital divide between urban and rural areas of the country. Steps are being taken through Universal Service Fund (USF) for the provision of broadband services in unserved and underserved areas of the country. He said that the empowerment of women and youth is the motto of the Ministry of IT & Telecom. He said that Ministry of IT & Telecom fully support ITU’s proposed agenda to launch initiatives like Giga and Smart Villages in Pakistan. Ministry of IT is committed to play its due role as a focal ministry to engage with all the stakeholders to spearhead the implementation of ITU’s initiatives in Pakistan.
- Advertisement -German Ambassador calls on IT Minister Islamabad

More articles

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

- Advertisement -German Ambassador calls on IT Minister Islamabad

Latest article

Huawei Technologies, NIBAF sign landmark Memorandum of Understanding for capability enhancement

Spokesman Report Islamabad: Huawei Technologies Pakistan and National Institute of Banking and Finance Pakistan took a significant step forward in their collaborative journey today, signing...

FFC Wins Best ESG Reporting Award for Second Consecutive Year

Spkoesman Report Islamabad: Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) was conferred with “Best ESG Reporting Award” for Second consecutive year at 21st Annual Excellence Awards Ceremony...

Bridging Hope and Opportunity: Hashoo Foundation Inaugurates ‘Crafts of Compassion’ Outlet

Spokesman Report Hashoo Foundation, in collaboration with UNHCR, the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the Commissionerate of Afghan Refugees, inaugurated the 'Crafts of Compassion' outlet...

North Korea successfully test fires new tactical ballistic missile and improved strategic cruise missile

KCNA Pyongyang: The Missile Administration of the DPRK successfully conducted test-fires of the new-type tactical ballistic missile Hwasongpho-11-Da-4.5 and an improved strategic cruise missile on...

The two-day event highlights women-owned enterprises

Spokesman Report Islamabad :The Islamabad Women's Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IWCCI) successfully hosted the 6th Islamabad Expo 2024, a landmark event that brought together...