Planning Minister Ah­san Iqbal’s call for a digital revolution is a stark contrast to such re­gressive rhetoric. However, aspirations for a digital Pak­istan ring hollow when internet services are repeatedly disrupted under the pretext of security, stifling economic and social growth. The scars of the YouTube ban, which hampered the nation’s digital growth for years, remain a cautionary tale. While other countries ad­vanced their digital footprints during that time, Pakistan lost invaluable opportunities, both economically and in global perception. The digital revolution is inevitable; it is time we decide whether to lead it or be left behind.

Source: The Nation November 18, 2024 03:07 UTC