Press Release Title: Senator Palwasha Mohammad Zai Khan, Chairperson Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication presiding over a meeting of the Committee at Parliament House, Islamabad

Press Release Date: 27th January, 2025

A significant meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Information and Technology was held today at the Parliament House in Islamabad, chaired by Senator Palwalsha Mohammad Zai Khan. During the meeting, the Committee passed the "Digital National Pakistan Bill, 2025" by a majority vote. The bill was introduced by Ms. Shaza Famita Khawaja, the Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in the Senate on January 24, 2025. The *Digital National Pakistan Bill, 2025* is a landmark piece of legislation aimed at transforming Pakistan into a digitally empowered nation. With a focus on fostering a dynamic digital society, robust digital economy, and efficient governance, the Bill sets the foundation for the country's digital future. It leverages the potential of digital technologies to drive innovation, economic growth, and improve societal well-being.   The meeting was attended by Senators Kamran Murtaza, Senator Nadeem Ahmed Bhutto, Senator Anusha Rahman Ahmed Khan, Senator Manzoor Ahmed  , Senator Syed Kazim Ali Shah  and Senator Saifullah Sarwar Khan Nyazee.