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Islamabad: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), under the leadership of Chairman Major General (R) Hafeez ur Rehman, HI (M), SI, hosted the 26th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC-26) in Islamabad. The three-day event, organized under the aegis of the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity (APT), brought together senior policymakers, ICT experts, and heads of telecommunication authorities from SATRC member countries to discuss strategies for a digitally connected South Asia.
The inaugural session, held at Serena Hotel, was graced by Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja as Chief Guest. In her keynote address, she reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering regional digital cooperation, advancing ICT innovation, and promoting inclusive and sustainable technological growth across South Asia.
Dr. Masanori Kondo, Secretary General of APT, lauded PTA’s efforts in hosting the event and emphasized the importance of regional collaboration in harnessing emerging technologies to drive equitable digital transformation.
In his remarks, Chairman PTA Major General (R) Hafeez ur Rehman highlighted Pakistan’s leading role in promoting regulatory harmony and strengthening ICT cooperation among South Asian nations. He reiterated PTA’s dedication to digital inclusion, innovation, and resilience, noting that SATRC-26 embodies the shared vision of building a connected and digitally empowered region.
The opening session of SATRC-26 reaffirmed Pakistan’s pivotal role in facilitating dialogue on ICT policy and regulation, positioning the country as a proactive driver of regional digital progress and innovation.
