Can Pakistan Become a Digital Economy by 2030? | Roundtable | Episode 31

Can Pakistan become a truly digital nation by 2030? In this episode,Talha Ahad is joined by Dr. Sohail Munir (Chairperson, Pakistan Digital Authority), Jahanzeb Khan (CEO, Easypaisa), and Sharjeel Murtaza (Chief Digital Officer, Karandaaz Pakistan) to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Pakistan's digital future, from digital payments and financial inclusion to artificial intelligence, innovation, and the future of work. The discussion examines how initiatives like digital banking, mobile wallets, and Raast are changing the way Pakistanis access financial services, while also exploring what more is needed to accelerate digital adoption, improve public service delivery, and build a stronger digital economy. As AI reshapes industries around the world, the panel also discusses how Pakistan can prepare its workforce, strengthen its digital infrastructure, and ensure that technology becomes a driver of inclusive economic growth. If you're interested in Pakistan's economy, technology, fintech, and the future of digital transformation, this conversation offers practical insights into what's next. _________________________________________ 00:00:00 — Introduction 00:07:05 — What comes to mind when you hear "Digital Pakistan"? 00:11:26 — In our region, where does Pakistan stand today in terms of digital connectivity and digital governance? 00:15:30 — Where does Pakistan stand today in terms of digital development? 00:25:16 — What challenges have you faced while adopting digital applications? 00:31:28 — Is Pakistan's AI problem structural? 00:35:50 — Financial Literacy 00:41:55 — Why Is There So Much Bureaucracy in Government? 00:53:49 — Pakistan's Undocumented Economy 01:00:00 — What Is Raast? How Can It Transform Pakistan's Economy? 01:14:25 — One Change Needed in Easypaisa and the Corporate Sector 01:20:42 — What Should Policymakers Prioritize? 01:26:00 — Ending & Outro _________________________________________ Search ‘Talha Ahad Podcast' on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to your podcasts. Do not forget to subscribe and press the bell icon to catch on to some amazing conversations coming your way. 🔗 CONNECT WITH Talha 💻 Facebook -   / talhaahadofficial   📸 Instagram -   / talhaahadpodcast   🐦 Twitter -   / talhaahad   🎥 YouTube Channel -    / talhaahad   👥 Linkedin -   / talhaahad   💬 WhatsApp - https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDX... 🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/pk/podcast... Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3IjM5gc... Google Podcast - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...