Pakistan’s National AI Policy to Build a $2.7B Smart Future

Pakistan introduced a bold National AI Policy to create a $2.7 billion AI market in five years. The plan focuses on innovation, skills, ethics, transformation, infrastructure, and international partnerships. Policymakers plan to fund AI research, define data and IP laws, and create clear financial rules.

Creating a Secure and Transparent AI Ecosystem

The government builds a safe and ethical AI environment through strong oversight. It forms an AI Directorate to protect data privacy and ensure responsible AI use. The Directorate deploys shared cybersecurity systems to safeguard public and private institutions.
A public AI register lets citizens explore how organizations use AI tools. The policy introduces an open-source AI governance framework aligned with global data protection standards. These steps increase trust, fairness, and transparency.
The AI Directorate and Centres of Excellence create clear rules for generative AI. They address issues like misinformation, privacy risks, and copyright violations. The policy ensures that every AI tool operates responsibly and ethically.

Empowering People and Driving Innovation

The government trains 200,000 people each year in AI skills. It includes special modules for women and people with disabilities. It also offers 3,000 scholarships for postgraduate and doctoral studies in AI.
A national internship program creates 20,000 high-tech jobs every year. The National AI Fund (NAIF) supports startups, innovation, and research. Centres of Excellence across the country help innovators turn creative ideas into real products.
With global collaboration and inclusive growth, Pakistan builds a smart, sustainable, and ethical AI-driven future.