AI policy to be approved soon, says Shaza
Information Technology and Telecommunication Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Wednesday that Pakistan's AI policy, which was finalised after a year of consultations at home and abroad, is likely to be approved soon.
Speaking at a seminar at Quaid-i-Azam University, the minister reaffirmed the government's strong commitment to implementing the AI policy. She urged all stakeholders to play an active role in turning the policy into reality.
"Our main focus now is on putting the policy into action," she said. "We want everyone to join this journey and help bring the ideas to life."
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