
- January 18, 2021
Secretary IT chairs meeting on way forward for utilization of existing OFC laid in Pakistan
Secretary IT chairs meeting on way forward for utilization of existing OFC laid in Pakistan
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- January 14, 2021
Personal Data Protection Bill under MOIT&T enters final stage.
Personal Data Protection Bill under MOIT&T enters final stage.
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- January 13, 2021
WHATSAPP PRIVACY CONCERNS EFFECTING PUBLIC DATA
WHATSAPP PRIVACY CONCERNS EFFECTING PUBLIC DATA
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- January 13, 2021
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has renewed its integrated telecom services license with Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) for next 25 years.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has renewed its integrated telecom services license with Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) for next 25 years.
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- January 07, 2021
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT & Telecom Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui inaugurates Software Technology Park in Islamabad
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT & Telecom Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui inaugurates Software Technology Park in Islamabad
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- January 06, 2021
GB CM calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque
GB CM calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- January 05, 2021
PTCL signs Rs 3bn Optic Fibre Cable project contracts with USF
PTCL signs Rs 3bn Optic Fibre Cable project contracts with USF
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- December 31, 2020
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque inaugurates Disaster Recovery Center Lahore for National Data Center of NTC
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque inaugurates Disaster Recovery Center Lahore for National Data Center of NTC
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- December 30, 2020
Chairman CPEC Authority calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque
Chairman CPEC Authority calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- December 23, 2020
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque chairs meeting on handling of Covid-19 challanges
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque chairs meeting on handling of Covid-19 challanges
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- December 21, 2020
USF Board okays Rs8b contract for broadband services for remote areas
USF Board okays Rs8b contract for broadband services for remote areas
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UNDP delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom
UNDP delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT & Telecom
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- December 09, 2020
IT industry rapidly growing: IT Minister Amin Ul Haque
IT industry rapidly growing: IT Minister Amin Ul Haque
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- December 09, 2020
Ambassador of Sweden calls on Federal Minister for IT
Ambassador of Sweden calls on Federal Minister for IT
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- December 08, 2020
MoITT Showcases Startups at GITEX 2020
MoITT Showcases Startups at GITEX 2020
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- December 07, 2020
PTCL business solutions kiosk at GITEX2020.
PTCL business solutions kiosk at GITEX2020.
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Federal Minister For IT and Telecommunication, Syed Amin Ul Haque addressing event on Policy Framework for enhancing ICT oppertunities for Disability Inclusive Development.
Federal Minister For IT and Telecommunication, Syed Amin Ul Haque addressing event on Policy Framework for enhancing ICT oppertunities for Disability Inclusive Development.
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- December 02, 2020
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom visits Telecom Foundation Headquarters
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom visits Telecom Foundation Headquarters
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- November 27, 2020
Steps being taken for digitalization: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Steps being taken for digitalization: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- November 26, 2020
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque attending the Virtual Ministerial meeting to launch Digital Cooperation Organization organized by Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque attending the Virtual Ministerial meeting to launch Digital Cooperation Organization organized by Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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- November 24, 2020
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque launches Rolling Spectrum Strategy 2020-2023
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque launches Rolling Spectrum Strategy 2020-2023
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- November 20, 2020
Striving to bridge the digital divide by spreading IT & Telecommunication benefits USF set to provide High Speed Mobile Broadband access to 11m people in Pakistan’s remote areas
Striving to bridge the digital divide by spreading IT & Telecommunication benefits USF set to provide High Speed Mobile Broadband access to 11m people in Pakistan’s remote areas
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- November 18, 2020
Hafeez directs advisory committee for early hiring of consultant to sale out NGMS spectrum
Hafeez directs advisory committee for early hiring of consultant to sale out NGMS spectrum
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- November 12, 2020
World Bank Country Director calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
World Bank Country Director calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- November 10, 2020
PTCL collaborates with DETASAD to establish digital cloud marketplace
PTCL collaborates with DETASAD to establish digital cloud marketplace
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- November 10, 2020
Minister appreciates work of VU’s Genomic Centre
Minister appreciates work of VU’s Genomic Centre
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- November 05, 2020
Japanese delegation calls on Secretary IT Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui
Japanese delegation calls on Secretary IT Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui
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- November 03, 2020
Government decides to establish Telecom Appellate Tribunal
Government decides to establish Telecom Appellate Tribunal
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- November 03, 2020
No plan to grant countrywide operating licence to SCO: minister
No plan to grant countrywide operating licence to SCO: minister
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- November 02, 2020
President Dr Arif Alvi emphasises need for promoting e-governance in public sector
President Dr Arif Alvi emphasises need for promoting e-governance in public sector
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- October 28, 2020
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque launches Google’s CS First Program
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque launches Google’s CS First Program
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- October 23, 2020
Work on special technology zones under way,IT ministry official says such zones will facilitate foreign investors
Work on special technology zones under way,IT ministry official says such zones will facilitate foreign investors
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US Charge d Affaires calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
US Charge d Affaires calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- October 16, 2020
Microsoft Country Director calls on Federal Secretary IT Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui
Microsoft Country Director calls on Federal Secretary IT Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui
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- October 15, 2020
IT Ministry taking steps to bridge digital divide, Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque.
IT Ministry taking steps to bridge digital divide, Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque.
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- October 14, 2020
Pakistan’s first Electric Bike Sharing Service Launched at NIC Islamabad.
Pakistan’s first Electric Bike Sharing Service Launched at NIC Islamabad.
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- October 09, 2020
Federal Minister For IT and Telecommunication, Syed Amin Ul Haque in a meeting with Zubaida Jalal, Federal Minister For Defence Production.
Federal Minister For IT and Telecommunication, Syed Amin Ul Haque in a meeting with Zubaida Jalal, Federal Minister For Defence Production.
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- October 07, 2020
IT Ministry committed for provision of broadband services across country: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
IT Ministry committed for provision of broadband services across country: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- October 01, 2020
IT can lead to growth in export of services: PM
IT can lead to growth in export of services: PM
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- September 30, 2020
SAPM on Health calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
SAPM on Health calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- September 24, 2020
GSMA & MoITT jointly held workshop on Taxation & Digital inclusion
GSMA & MoITT jointly held workshop on Taxation & Digital inclusion
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- September 17, 2020
Federal Minister for IT directs PSEB to increase ratio of women in its programs
Federal Minister for IT directs PSEB to increase ratio of women in its programs
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- September 16, 2020
Digital technology vital for country's development, Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Digital technology vital for country's development, Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- September 10, 2020
Japan ambassador calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Japan ambassador calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- September 09, 2020
CEO Zong calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
CEO Zong calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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IT sector holds huge investment potential
IT sector holds huge investment potential
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- September 03, 2020
IT Ministry starts working for spectrum auction
IT Ministry starts working for spectrum auction
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- August 28, 2020
Pakistan earns US $1438m from IT services
Pakistan earns US $1438m from IT services
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- August 28, 2020
PM eager to develop IT sector for youth employment
PM eager to develop IT sector for youth employment
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- August 26, 2020
Federal Minister for IT chairs PM’s Taskforce on IT and Telecom meeting.
Federal Minister for IT chairs PM’s Taskforce on IT and Telecom meeting
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- August 19, 2020
IT industry is progressing rapidly: Fedeal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
IT industry is progressing rapidly: Fedeal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- August 17, 2020
Federal Minister for IT visits National Telecommunication Corporation HQs
Federal Minister for IT visits National Telecommunication Corporation HQs
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- August 13, 2020
Pakistan Software Houses Association delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Pakistan Software Houses Association delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- August 13, 2020
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque visits NCOC
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque visits NCOC
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- August 12, 2020
IT Ministry always try to take steps for better, safe digital Pakistan: Federal Minister Syed Amin Ul Haque
IT Ministry always try to take steps for better, safe digital Pakistan: Federal Minister Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- August 10, 2020
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque meets DigiSkills Freelancers
Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque meets DigiSkills Freelancers
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- August 07, 2020
CEO Techstirr calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
CEO Techstirr calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- August 06, 2020
Federal Minister for IT visits NIC Islamabad
Federal Minister for IT visits NIC Islamabad
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- August 05, 2020
Huawei delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT
Huawei delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT
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Ambassador of Egypt calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Ambassador of Egypt calls on Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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- July 27, 2020
Federal Minister for IT chairs USF Policy Committee meeting
Federal Minister for IT chairs USF Policy Committee meeting
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- July 24, 2020
IT exports remittances surge 23.71 percent
IT exports remittances surge 23.71 percent
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- July 24, 2020
JazzCash, Ignite partner to facilitate freelancers
JazzCash, Ignite partner to facilitate freelancers
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- July 22, 2020
Digital solutions proved effective to contain Coronavirus: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque.
Digital solutions proved effective to contain Coronavirus: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque.
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- July 22, 2020
Secrecy of vote, transparency must be ensured in I-voting process: Dr. Arif Alvi
Secrecy of vote, transparency must be ensured in I-voting process: Dr. Arif Alvi
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- July 20, 2020
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque in a meeting with Minister for Kashmir Affairs & Gilgit Baltistan Ali Amin Gandapur in Islamabad on July,20th 2020.
Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Syed Amin Ul Haque in a meeting with Minister for Kashmir Affairs & Gilgit Baltistan Ali Amin Gandapur in Islamabad on July,20th 2020.
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- July 15, 2020
Government is committed to promote country’s technological capacity: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
Government is committed to promote country’s technological capacity: Federal Minister for IT Syed Amin Ul Haque
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Ministry of IT, Huawei jointly work to support local IT industry
Ministry of IT, Huawei jointly work to support local IT industry
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- July 07, 2020
IT, ITeS export remittances grow 20.75pc in 11 months
IT, ITeS export remittances grow 20.75pc in 11 months
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Minister for IT briefed about Google's programs
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque was virtually briefed by Pakistan’s Google Team about Google's initiatives that are currently being undertaken and how the country is taking the right steps towards digitizing and instilling the importance of Computer Science studies and the use of tech in its youth.
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- July 03, 2020
CEOs of Bykea, Tech Valley call on Federal Minister for IT
Representatives from Bykea and Tech Valley called on Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque here on Friday.
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- June 29, 2020
USF Board approves projects to provide Hi-speed Mobile Broadband in Balochistan
Federal Secretary for Ministry of IT & Telecom Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui chaired 72nd Board of Directors meeting of Universal Service Fund on Monday. Chairman PTA Maj. Gen (R) Amir Azeem Bajwa also attended the meeting through videoconferencing. The Board approved award of contracts to PMTL (Ufone) for Next Generation Broadband for Sustainable Development Projects in Balochistan worth PKR 518 Million in total.
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- June 28, 2020
IT Ministry announces Winners of National Education Challenge 2020.
IT Ministry announces Winners of National Education Challenge 2020.
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Ministry of IT, FAO launch ‘AgriSurge 2020 Innovation Challenge’ to address challenges facing agriculture sector.
Ministry of IT, FAO launch ‘AgriSurge 2020 Innovation Challenge’ to address challenges facing agriculture sector.
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- June 08, 2020
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque receiving report during launching ceremony of GSMA Report.
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Syed Amin Ul Haque receiving report during launching ceremony of GSMA Report.
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- June 03, 2020
Federal Minister for IT gives direction for completing work on IT Park in transparent manner.
Federal Minister for IT gives direction for completing work on IT Park in transparent manner.
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- May 20, 2020
DigiSkills.pk –1 Million Trainings Imparted to Youth in Freelancing
DigiSkills.pk –1 Million Trainings Imparted to Youth in Freelancing
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- May 14, 2020
23.94% IT exports increased in July-March compared to same period in last year
23.94% IT exports increased in July-March compared to same period in last year
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- May 12, 2020
President for improved accessibility of Internet facility in rural areas.
President for improved accessibility of Internet facility in rural areas.
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- May 11, 2020
Huawei delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT
Huawei delegation calls on Federal Minister for IT
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- May 08, 2020
Secretary IT directs PSEB to ensure close coordination with IT industry to minimize impact of Covid-19 on it.
Secretary IT directs PSEB to ensure close coordination with IT industry to minimize impact of Covid-19 on it
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- May 07, 2020
USF awards contract worth Rs 588 million to Telenor Pakistan for providing hi-speed Broadband in Sanghar
USF awards contract worth Rs 588 million to Telenor Pakistan for providing hi-speed Broadband in Sanghar
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- May 05, 2020
Federal Secretary of IT & Telecom, Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui chaired a kick-off meeting with Google, Telecom Foundation, Tech Valley Pakistan & Virtual University for overview of the upcoming Google CS First Program in Pakistan.
Federal Secretary of IT & Telecom, Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui chaired a kick-off meeting with Google, Telecom Foundation, Tech Valley Pakistan & Virtual University for overview of the upcoming Google CS First Program in Pakistan.
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- April 30, 2020
The 2nd Meeting of the Committee on the “Issues of Cellular Mobile Operators” was held in the Ministry of IT & Telecom on 28th April 2020.
The 2nd Meeting of the Committee on the “Issues of Cellular Mobile Operators” was held in the Ministry of IT & Telecom on 28th April 2020.
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- April 28, 2020
President and CEO, PTCL & Ufone, Rashid Khan presented the cheque to Prime Minister Imran Khan. Secretary, Ministry of IT & Telecom and Chairman Board of Directors, PTCL, Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui was also present on the occasion.
President and CEO, PTCL & Ufone, Rashid Khan presented the cheque to Prime Minister Imran Khan. Secretary, Ministry of IT & Telecom and Chairman Board of Directors, PTCL, Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui was also present on the occasion.
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- April 24, 2020
USF Board approves projects to provide Hi-speed Broadband.
USF Board approves projects to provide Hi-speed Broadband.
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- April 23, 2020
CEO Ignite, USF, MD TF, NTC call on Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication.
CEO USF, MD TF, NTC call on Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication
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- April 22, 2020
Federal Minister for IT chairs meeting on collaboration between Ministry of IT and UNDP
Federal Minister for IT chairs meeting on collaboration between Ministry of IT and UNDP.
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- April 20, 2020
USF awards contract to Jazz for providing hi-speed Broadband in Kurram.
USF awards contract to Jazz for providing hi-speed Broadband in Kurram
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- April 15, 2020
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui has said that Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication is taking special steps for the promotion of information technology in the country.
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui has said that Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication is taking special steps for the promotion of information technology in the country.
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- April 14, 2020
MoITT collaborates with Google-Pakistan's first grassroot level Coding Skills Development Program which is based on the CS First Program of Google (a global initiative for coding skills).
MoITT collaborates with Google-Pakistan's first grassroot level Coding Skills Development Program which is based on the CS First Program of Google (a global initiative for coding skills).
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- April 13, 2020
The Ministry of IT & Telecommunication last week published a draft of a personal data protection bill, with an invitation to stakeholders for feedback.
The Ministry of IT & Telecommunication last week published a draft of a personal data protection bill, with an invitation to stakeholders for feedback. With a May 15 deadline, the ministry maintained that the privacy of personal data of an individual has become `more relevant and important than ever` at a time when digital measures such as mobile phone tracking are being employed to contain the virus.
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- April 10, 2020
DRAFT PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION BILL
Ministry of IT & Telecom invites all the stakeholders to share their feedback on the draft of “Personal Data Protection Bill” via email, info@moitt.gov.pk till 15th May, 2020.
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- April 07, 2020
Country Lead on Digital Transformation, GSMA calls upon Federal Secretary IT & Telecom for collaboration with Ministry of IT & Telecom
Country Lead on Digital Transformation, GSMA calls upon Federal Secretary IT & Telecom for collaboration with Ministry of IT & Telecom
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- April 03, 2020
IT Ministry to sign MoU with China for cooperation in ICT field.
IT Ministry to sign MoU with China for cooperation in ICT field.
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- March 31, 2020
IT, ITeS export remittances surge 26.24pc
IT, ITeS export remittances surge 26.24pc
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- March 30, 2020
Application developed to deal with Coronavirus.
Application developed to deal with Coronavirus.
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- March 25, 2020
Ministry of IT and FAO sign framework collaboration agreement.
Ministry of IT and FAO sign framework collaboration agreement.
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- March 20, 2020
Pakistan's Corona App expected to be launched within a week
Pakistan's Corona App expected to be launched within a week
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- March 18, 2020
USF awards contracts of six projects’ worth Rs 2.8 billion for hi-speed broadband in first six months of FY 2019-20.
USF awards contracts of six projects’ worth Rs 2.8 billion for hi-speed broadband in first six months of FY 2019-20.
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- March 17, 2020
The Technology Park Islamabad is expected to act as a state-of-the-art facility and part of the enabling environment to foster collaboration, innovation and product development.
The Ministry of IT & Telecom believes that the project in hand is part and in fact one of the most important constituents of the efforts of the Government of Pakistan. The project has direct linkage and is an important contributor in efforts of Government of Pakistan in achieving the objectives of the Vision 2025 and Information Technology Policy of Ministry of Information Technology.
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- March 16, 2020
Federal Secretary for IT and Telecom Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui meets “Huawei Middle East President, Mr. Charles Yang, for discussion on Digital Pakistan, E-governance and the National ICT Plan.
Federal Secretary for IT and Telecom Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui meets “Huawei Middle East President, Mr. Charles Yang, for discussion on Digital Pakistan, E-governance and the National ICT Plan.
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- February 28, 2020
Committee formed to start consultation process on Citizens Protection (Against Online Harm) Rules 2020.
In pursuance of the Prime Minister’s directions, a Committee has been formed to start consultation process on Citizens Protection (Against Online Harm) Rules 2020.
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- February 20, 2020
Promoting collaboration and seeking input from private sector.
Promoting collaboration and seeking input from private sector.
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- February 17, 2020
" Baytee(woman) is the blessing and angel from Allah", Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui.
" Baytee(woman) is the blessing and angel from Allah", Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui. He applauded the role of IT Ministry and the developer of application"Baytee" while addressing on launching ceremony of the application Baytee at PC hotel Karachi.
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- February 06, 2020
First meeting of Pakistan-Iran Joint Working Group on ICTs held in Islamabad
The Inaugural Session of Pakistan-Iran Joint Working Group on Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) was held in Islamabad on Thursday.
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- February 04, 2020
IT exports jumps 19pc
Pakistan’s telecommunication, computer and information services exports jumped 18.5 per cent to $517 million during the first seven months of current fiscal year.
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- January 28, 2020
International Workshop on ICTs for Development: Mainstreaming the Marginalized
International Workshop on ICTs for Development: Mainstreaming the Marginalized
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- January 23, 2020
FEDERAL SECRETARY (IT & TELECOM) LAUDS IGNITE’S ROLE IN EQUIPPING PAKISTAN WITH DIGITAL SKILLS
The honorable Federal Secretary (IT & Telecom) Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui acknowledged the accomplishments of the DigiSkills Program. He spoke about the recently launched Digital Pakistan Policy which stands on five pillars; Access & Connectivity, Digital Infrastructure, eGovernment, Digital Skilling & Training and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
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- January 22, 2020
USF Board approves projects to provide Hi-Speed Broadband in Kurram and Sanghar Lots.
USF Board approved award of contracts to Telenor and PMCL (Jazz) worth PKR 680 Million in total for Kurram and Sanghar Lots. PMCL (Jazz) is being awarded the contract of Kurram Lot while Telenor is being awarded the contract of Sanghar Lot under Next Generation Broadband for Sustainable Development (NG-BSD) Programme. This is part of the inclusive approach of the Government and to strengthen the pillar of connectivity under Digital Pakistan.
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- January 08, 2020
Ministry of IT & Telecom initiates comprehensive 5G planning in Pakistan
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has constituted Advisory Committee for 5G Planning in Pakistan (5G Pakistan Plan Committee) to define a roadmap and finalize recommendations for 5G Technology readiness in Pakistan.
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- January 07, 2020
IT ministry sets up committee for auction of 5G licenses
While the competition over the test trial of fifth generation (5G) mobile technology is heating up between Jazz and Zong, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has formed a committee for the auction of 5G spectrum in the country
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- January 06, 2020
IT exports witness over 23pc increase
The IT export remittances have surged to $439.963 million at a growth rate of 23.35 per cent over the first five months of FY-2019-20 (July-November), as compared to $356.687 million during same period in FY 2018-19
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- December 20, 2019
Closing ceremony of International Conference on Frontiers of Information Technology-FIT 2019
The closing ceremony of International Conference on Frontiers of Information Technology-FIT 2019 organized by COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) was held at COMSTECH Secretariat, Islamabad. Federal Secretary, Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui graced the event as Chief Guest. While addressing the gathering he informed that Government is working to promote innovations, information technology and education sector in Pakistan.
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- December 17, 2019
Chinese Ambassador calls on Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication
Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Yao Jing called on Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Tuesday.
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- December 14, 2019
Prize Distribution during Science Exhibition
Federal Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui Distribute Prizes during the Science Exhibition at Telecom Foundation School System Karachi
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- December 14, 2019
Build Asia 2019 International Exhibition & Conference
Federal Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui Inagurate the 15th Build Asia 2019 International Exhibition & Conference at Expo Center Karachi.
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- December 05, 2019
Secretary IT & Telecommunication Visit PTCL's Zonal Office in Lahore.
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) hosted Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui, Secretary IT & Telecom and Chairman Board of Director, PTCL, during his visit to PTCL’s zonal office in Lahore for a Business Review Meeting
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- November 25, 2019
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has approached the Interior Ministry to finalize viewpoint on the matter of signing Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) and Budapest Convention with the United States of America (USA), which allows exchange of evidence and information in cyber crimes.
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has approached the Interior Ministry to finalize viewpoint on the matter of signing Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) and Budapest Convention with the United States of America (USA), which allows exchange of evidence and information in cyber crimes.
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- November 24, 2019
Federal Minister for Information Technology Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui said that only taxpayers should be given the status and respect of VVIP as it is seen in today's modern and civilized world.
Federal Minister for Information Technology Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui said that only taxpayers should be given the status and respect of VVIP as it is seen in today's modern and civilized world.
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- November 18, 2019
Pak-Japan business forum discusses investment in IT sector with minister
Chairman and CEO of Pak-Japan Business Forum (PJBF) Sohail P Ahmed along with Senior Vice Chairman Tetsuya Suematsu and members of the Board of PJBF called on Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui in Karachi to discuss opportunities in the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector of Pakistan.
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- November 15, 2019
IT ministry launches ‘Baytee’ to empower women
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has started work on the programme titled ‘Baytee’ which is aimed at empowering women through Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
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- November 13, 2019
ICT sector crosses $10bn mark with over 74m broadband users
Pakistan's information and communications technology (ICT) sector has surpassed $10 billion mark with more than 74 million broadband users and over 76 percent teledensity.
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- November 13, 2019
Federal Minister for IT visits U Microfinance Bank Ltd headquarters.
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui visited the U Microfinance Bank Ltd. Headquarters in Islamabad on Wednesday.
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- November 11, 2019
Secretary IT & Telecom, Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui visit to Sharm El Shiekh, Egypt to attend the World Radiocommnication Conference (WRC) 2019.
Secretary IT & Telecom, Mr. Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui visit to Sharm El Shiekh, Egypt to attend the World Radiocommnication Conference (WRC) 2019.
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- November 11, 2019
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has decided to hire financial advisor (FA) to provide transaction advisory services (TAS) to solicit partnership through a suitable mode to utilize capability of Telephone Industries of Pakistan (TIP) for its revival.
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has decided to hire financial advisor (FA) to provide transaction advisory services (TAS) to solicit partnership through a suitable mode to utilize capability of Telephone Industries of Pakistan (TIP) for its revival.
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- October 30, 2019
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT reviews PSEB performance during July-Sept 14 % IT exports increased in July-Sept 2019 compared to same period in last year
On the directions of the Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Federal Secretary Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Shoaib Ahmad Siddiqui reviewed the performance of Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) during the first three months of Financial Year 2019-20 (July-September).
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- October 29, 2019
PTCL supports NIC Peshawar on graduation of its first & second cohorts of startups
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) in its endeavour to provide support to startups incubated at National Incubation Center (NIC) Peshawar, participated in a graduation ceremony for their first and second cohort of startups.
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- October 26, 2019
USF Co approves award of three contracts with Rs1.77bn subsidy to Telenor, Jazz
The Board of Directors (BoD) of Universal Service Fund Company (USF Co) has approved award of three contracts with a subsidy of Rs 1.77 billion to Telenor Pakistan and Jazz under Next Generation Broadband for Sustainable Development (NGBSD) Programme.
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- October 25, 2019
Ignite to Set up 'Jiddat' Investment
The Ignite board approved to conduct a feasibility study to establish Jiddat Investment & Support (JIS) Fund through Planning Commission of Pakistan. The Fund will improve the access of early stage venture financing to startups thereby strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Pakistan
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- October 24, 2019
Ministry of IT & Telecom (MoITT) and PTCL, in collaboration with PNCA, is organizing an art exhibition to show solidarity with Kashmir in Islamabad.
Ministry of IT & Telecom (MoITT) and PTCL, in collaboration with PNCA, is organizing an art exhibition to show solidarity with Kashmir in Islamabad.
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- October 23, 2019
33rd Policy Committee meeting of Research and Development Fund of Ignite
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui chaired 33rd Policy Committee meeting of Research and Development Fund of Ignite at the committee room of Ministry of IT on Wednesday.
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- October 23, 2019
Mr. M. Rizwan Jaffar, Founder Chairman Youth Parliament met Federal Minister and Secretary IT & Telecom
Mr. M. Rizwan Jaffar, Founder Chairman Youth Parliament met Federal Minister and Secretary IT & Telecom
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- October 21, 2019
Huawei is holding its first IP and Optical Forum in Islamabad.
5G and cloud Services will bring enormous pressure on the optical and IP networks. In order for the industry to cope with these challenges, this event will provide insight into innovative and smart solutions. Huawei will continue to exhibit its cutting-edge products to contribute to the Pakistani ICT industry and the ecosystem.
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- October 17, 2019
President calls for introducing e-textbooks
President Dr. Arif Alvi on Wednesday called for introduction of e-textbooks in the country to impart latest knowledge to the youth. Addressing the international annual conference of three day 33rd Asian Association of Open Universities hosted by Virtual University in Lahore he also said that the world has changed due to revolution in the information technology.
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- October 15, 2019
Federal Minister for IT inaugurates “Durust Daam” mobile App
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has inaugurated mobile App “Durust Daam” at National Information Technology Board (NITB) on Tuesday.
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- October 14, 2019
Virtual University hosting Asian Association of Open Universities 2019 Conference
With massive applaud across Asia, Virtual University is proudly hosting the 33rd Annual Conference of the e Asian Association of Open Universities 2019. The 3 days Conference started today at Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore.
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- October 07, 2019
Federal Secretary IT & Telecom Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui's visit to NIC Karachi.
Federal Secretary IT & Telecom Mr. Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui's visit to NIC Karachi.
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- October 04, 2019
Software exports edge up
The country’s software exports grew by 2.4 per cent to $1.09 billion during 2018-19, from $1.06bn in the last fiscal year, data released by the State Bank of Pakistan showed.
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- September 30, 2019
State of the art website of Ministry of IT and Telecommunication launched
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has inaugurated state-of-the-art website of the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication.
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- September 27, 2019
Federal Secretary Ministry of IT visits ECAC headquarters
Federal Secretary Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication Shoaib Ahmad visited Electronic Certification Accreditation Council (ECAC) headquarters on Thursday.
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- September 26, 2019
Federal Minister for IT chairs TIP Board meeting
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui chaired 197th Board of Directors meeting of Telephone Industries of Pakistan (TIP) at committee room of Ministry of IT on Wednesday.
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- September 18, 2019
Federal Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Wednesday inaugurated the 19th edition of Pakistan’s largest annual I.T. and Communications Exhibition, ITCN Asia at the Expo Centre, Karachi.
Federal Minister of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Wednesday inaugurated the 19th edition of Pakistan’s largest annual I.T. and Communications Exhibition, ITCN Asia at the Expo Centre, Karachi. The exhibition is spread over 6 halls of the Expo Centre, with over 550 local and 250 international companies representing more than 15 countries participating in it. Over 60,000 visitors are expected to come to the Exhibition over its 3 days
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- September 13, 2019
Govt committed to connecting less developed areas with modern ICT services: Minister IT & Telecom
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Thursday said the government was committed to connecting all un-served and less developed areas including erstwhile Fata through modern Information Communication Technology (ICT).
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- September 12, 2019
Ministry urged to promote IT cooperation between China & Pakistan
Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has approached the Ministry of Planning, Development & Reform to promote IT cooperation between China and Pakistan under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework.
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- August 23, 2019
Ministry of IT & Telecommunication, PTA test Zong’s 5G Network
Ministry of IT & Telecommunication, PTA test Zong’s 5G Network
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- April 30, 2019
FEDERAL MINISTER FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATION DR. KHALID MAQBOOL SIDDIQUI HAS SAID THAT COMMUNICATION ACCESS TO FARFLUNG AREAS IS VERY IMPORTANT.
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication
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- March 13, 2019
Ambassador of Romania calls on Federal Minister Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui
Ambassador of Romania in Pakistan Nicole Goia called on Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui
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