Pakistan, Aug. 10 -- Pakistan has officially approved its first National Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy, aiming to create three million jobs in the AI sector by 2030 and boost the national GDP by seven to twelve percent. The move is being seen as a strategic step to position the country as a competitive force in the rapidly growing global AI market. Officials say the policy is not just about technology but about transforming Pakistan's economic and industrial landscape.

Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima stated that the policy serves as a comprehensive roadmap for developing AI in a responsible, secure, and innovative way. She explained that the plan addresses local industry needs while ensuring Pakistan keeps ...