The government has decided to establish Pakistan’s first Pakistan Council of Digital Economy as part of its efforts to strengthen the country’s expanding digital sector.

The initiative is aimed at creating an institutional framework to support digital businesses and accelerate the growth of the digital economy.

According to official sources, the Pakistan Digital Authority is preparing to form a separate council for digital businesses, structured on the lines of a chamber of commerce. The proposed council is expected to act as a formal platform representing digital companies operating across different segments of the economy.

The Prime Minister is expected to inaugurate the Pakistan Council of Digital Economy once the initial framework is finalized. The main objective of the council will be to bring digital companies together on a single platform to address common challenges and opportunities within the sector.

The council will facilitate coordination between the government and private digital companies, focusing on consultations related to online business issues, regulatory frameworks, taxation, and policy development. Through this platform, private sector input will be incorporated into decision-making processes related to the digital economy.

Officials said the Pakistan Digital Authority has already held consultations with around 40 private digital companies. The move is intended to ensure greater private sector participation in promoting the digital economy and to create a more supportive environment for digital innovation and investment in Pakistan.