China Mobile Delegation Reaffirms Digital Innovation Partnership with Pakistan
China Mobile Communications Corporation delegation visits Pakistan’s Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, pledging joint efforts on 5G, AI, and digital connectivity under CPEC and Pakistan's Digital Vision
Islamabad, April 21, 2025 | Reporter: Imtiaz Ali Abbasi
Posted by: Watts News, the Largest English Digital News Network Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – A high-level delegation from China Mobile Communications Corporation (CMCC), led by Chairman Mr. Yang Jie, visited the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) in Islamabad today, where they met with the Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja. The meeting highlighted Pakistan-China cooperation in the field of digital innovation and connectivity, under the strategic umbrella of CPEC and Pakistan’s Digital Vision.
Strengthening Bilateral Tech Collaboration
The CMCC delegation comprised senior officials from China Mobile Headquarters. On the Pakistani side, key representatives included:
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Secretary IT
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Additional Secretary IT
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Chairman PTA
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Other senior officials from the Ministry
Both sides engaged in detailed discussions on areas of mutual interest including:
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Establishment of AI-enabled, energy-efficient data centers
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Acceleration of 5G deployment in Pakistan
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Development of Pakistan-China digital connectivity via the CPEC corridor
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Content hosting collaboration with Chinese tech platforms
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Promoting AI education and excellence
These initiatives are part of Pakistan’s broader digital roadmap to:
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Deliver 100 Mbps internet speeds
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Expand fixed broadband access to 10 million households
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Increase smartphone penetration to over 85%
A Vision for Digital Empowerment
Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja welcomed the CMCC delegation and expressed gratitude for their continued investment in Pakistan’s digital sector. She emphasized that such partnerships are critical in enhancing infrastructure, innovation, and inclusive digital access.
“Our collaboration with China Mobile reflects our commitment to building a technologically advanced and digitally inclusive Pakistan, aligned with the Prime Minister’s digital vision,” said Minister Khawaja.
The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their dedication to strengthen ties and foster digital transformation across the region.
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