Overview
- Speaking at the National University of Technology, Jam Kamal Khan said “technology is no longer optional; it is foundational” for Pakistan.
- He argued AI, data analytics, quantum computing, automation and digital platforms are reshaping decision-making, research, governance and business models, requiring Pakistan to position itself proactively.
- The minister urged strengthening the engineering base, technical institutions and industry–academia collaboration to keep the country competitive.
- He called for urgent governance reforms, industrial modernization, agricultural transformation and digital policy upgrades, saying reforms cannot be delayed.
- He pointed to untapped copper and rare earth resources as strategic opportunities and reiterated government support for startups and innovation ecosystems, with no detailed policy packages or funding timelines announced.