ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed the government\u2019s commitment to supporting foreign investors and strategic technology partners.<\/p>\n
In a meeting with a delegation from Ericsson here at the PM\u2019s House, the prime minister welcomed the delegation and appreciated Ericsson\u2019s longstanding investment in Pakistan and its contribution to the development of the country\u2019s telecommunications sector. He acknowledged Ericsson\u2019s presence in Pakistan that spans more than six decades.<\/p>\n
The delegation was led by Patrick Johansson, President and Head of Market Area Europe, Middle East and Africa at Ericsson.<\/p>\n
The meeting focused on the importance of next-generation digital connectivity for economic growth, productivity and public service delivery.<\/p>\n
The prime minister highlighted Pakistan\u2019s interest in learning from Ericsson\u2019s global experience in advanced networks, including 5G, while ensuring secure and resilient infrastructure aligned with national needs.<\/p>\n
Discussions also covered cooperation on digital skills development, financial inclusion and the expansion of cashless payment systems, as well as the use of technology to strengthen disaster preparedness and institutional resilience.<\/p>\n
The Ericsson delegation praised the Government of Pakistan’s efforts to develop and upgrade the country’s IT infrastructure including the 5G spectrum auction.<\/p>\n
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for IT Shaza Fatma Khawaja, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi and senior officials also attended the meeting.<\/p>\n