ISLAMABAD, Oct 18 (APP):Pakistan is set to become the first country to sign the Digital and AI Compact, as Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja departed for South Korea to attend the Global AI and Digital Summit 2026. During her visit, the minister will represent Pakistan at the summit and participate in the AI and Digital Ministerial Meeting, where discussions will focus on Pakistan’s priorities in …
Pakistan set to become first country to sign Digital and AI Compact
ISLAMABAD, Oct 18 (APP):Pakistan is set to become the first country to sign the Digital and AI Compact, as Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja departed for South Korea to attend the Global AI and Digital Summit 2026.
During her visit, the minister will represent Pakistan at the summit and participate in the AI and Digital Ministerial Meeting, where discussions will focus on Pakistan’s priorities in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital inclusion.
Shaza Fatima will also present Pakistan’s future roadmap during a session on the Digital and AI Compact, outlining the country’s approach to advancing digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
The federal minister is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with Google’s vice president to discuss matters of mutual interest.
She will also meet the World Bank vice president to discuss areas of cooperation.
During the visit, she will participate in key sessions on ensuring equitable access to the internet and digital services worldwide.
These discussions will highlight the importance of digital inclusion and expanding access to emerging technologies.
