The GSMA, the largest international organisation of telecom networks, has presented its report on Digital Pakistan 2030, highlighting Pakistan’s progress towards a digital economy and calling for faster action to support sustainable investment, trust and inclusive growth.
The report was presented by Julian Gorman, Head of Asia Pacific at GSMA. It stated that the Digital Pakistan 2030 vision requires sustainable investment and inclusive economic growth, while noting that Pakistan has established strong foundations for digital transformation.
According to the GSMA report, reforms in spectrum policy have further improved the investment environment. It said improvements in digital governance have strengthened the role of technology in national competitiveness.
The report also pointed to a significant increase in women’s digital inclusion and mobile internet usage. It said women’s use of mobile internet rose from 45 per cent to 53 per cent during 2024 to 2025, while the gender gap in mobile internet usage declined from 25 per cent to 8 per cent.
Julian Gorman said progress needed to be accelerated further for sustainable investment, trust and inclusive development. The report said Pakistan should aim to promote reliable digital infrastructure and investment by 2030.
The GSMA also called for increased cooperation among the government, industry and development partners. It identified five key priorities for digital development, while describing digital technologies as an important driver of national productivity and economic growth.
The report said Pakistan is moving rapidly towards a digital economy.
