{"id":1159439,"date":"2026-02-09T17:28:42","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T12:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/?p=1159439"},"modified":"2026-02-09T17:28:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T12:28:42","slug":"shaza-presents-islamabad-ai-declaration-outlining-pakistans-global-stance-on-ai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.app.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/02\/09\/shaza-presents-islamabad-ai-declaration-outlining-pakistans-global-stance-on-ai\/","title":{"rendered":"Shaza presents Islamabad AI declaration, outlining Pakistan\u2019s global stance on AI"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">ISLAMABAD, Feb 09 (APP): Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Monday said Pakistan has formally articulated its vision on artificial intelligence through the adoption of the Islamabad Artificial Intelligence Declaration, aimed at promoting a sovereign, inclusive and outcome-driven AI ecosystem.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Addressing Indus AI Week 2026, the minister said the declaration was finalised after detailed deliberations, including a high-level roundtable held the night before with more than 40 global technology leaders from across the world.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The event brought together national and international AI experts, industry leaders and government representatives to engage in high-level discussions and envision the future of artificial intelligence in Pakistan.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">She thanked international participants for travelling to Pakistan and acknowledged the efforts of the Pakistan Digital Authority, the Ministry of IT team, Pakistan Software Export Board, Universal Service Fund, and other institutions involved in organising the initiative.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Shaza Fatima said the declaration underscores a private sector-led and government-enabled approach to artificial intelligence, with a focus on strengthening Pakistan\u2019s digital society, digital economy and digital governance.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">She emphasised that the framework is anchored in public value and public trust, supported by strong institutions, responsible safeguards and disciplined execution, while ensuring space for innovation and entrepreneurship.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The minister outlined eight core pillars of the Islamabad AI Declaration: sovereign purpose and measurable public value; human accountability under constitutional authority; use case-first pragmatic delivery; sovereign data privacy and trust; explainable, auditable and safe AI; a whole-of-government approach to AI governance; inclusive and responsible innovation; and private sector-led, sovereign and open AI ecosystems.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">She said the declaration was developed under the direction of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and reflects some of his earliest directives to define Pakistan\u2019s position on artificial intelligence at the global level.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Approved by the prime minister and shaped through consultations with local and international stakeholders, the declaration represents Pakistan\u2019s formal commitment to responsible AI development.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Shaza Fatima reaffirmed that Pakistan aims to lead by example in adopting artificial intelligence that is ethical, transparent and aligned with national priorities.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Former Chief Information Officer of Estonia, Siim Sikkut, who also addressed the event, said nationwide digitalisation was essential to deliver services efficiently, remain competitive and strengthen governance.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">He said embracing artificial intelligence as a core element of digital transformation had become a necessity rather than a choice.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">He lauded Pakistan\u2019s progress under the Pakistan Digital Nation Act and the establishment of the Pakistan Digital Authority, describing them as strong foundations for building a digital nation.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Emphasising partnerships, he said collaboration between the public and private sectors, along with international cooperation, would be key to realising Pakistan\u2019s AI ambitions.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">He added that global experts and partners present at the event were ready to support Pakistan in translating its digital and AI vision into reality, wishing the country success in its journey towards becoming a digital nation.<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; 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