Pakistan has taken a major leap into the future by approving its first-ever National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, a move expected to create three million jobs by 2030 and boost the country’s GDP by 7–12%.

Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima announced that the policy lays out a clear roadmap for AI growth, focusing on safe and responsible use of the technology. She said the initiative aims to strengthen Pakistan’s tech ecosystem while positioning the country as a competitive player in the global AI arena.

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“This policy will not only drive innovation but also open new doors for international collaboration and economic expansion,” Shaza Fatima noted.

In a related development, Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Magsi met with the Romanian Ambassador to discuss expanding science and technology cooperation. Romania, emerging as a key IT hub in Europe, invited Pakistan to participate in European funding programs, which Magsi said could unlock “new avenues in technology” for the country.