- Home
- Pakistan
- Artificial Intelligence to change world, need to explore the economic potential of digitization: EU ..
Artificial Intelligence To Change World, Need To Explore The Economic Potential Of Digitization: EU Envoy
Sumaira FH Published February 12, 2021 | 06:50 PM
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 12th Feb, 2021 ) :European Union Ambassador to Pakistan, Androulla Kaminara Friday said that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed the world system more than anything else due to its multi-dimensional impacts, including time efficiency and accuracy.
She stressed the importance of using technology for people to create a fair and competitive economy, as well as an open,democratic and sustainable society.
She expressed these views during a webinar convened by the Delegation of the European Union to Pakistan aimed at to showcase European policy initiatives on Digitization and to discuss the challenges and potential of the digital economy in Pakistan.
She said that digital transformation for economic growth and recovery required close collaboration, shared learning and exploring opportunities to work together on areas such as health, governance and satellite mapping.
Androulla Kaminara underlined the need for regulation of the digital space to ensure respect for human rights, including the right to privacy and freedom of speech and safety of vulnerable groups such as women and children.
Appreciating the event ,she said this was an attempt to start a continuous process of sharing best practices and legislative approaches between the EU and Pakistan, which can create opportunities for dialogue, partnerships and investments promoting regional and global connectivity.
Replying to a question, she said the Covid19 pandemic accelerating the digital transformation, but also exposing its challenges, the webinar was a timely opportunity to share experiences and expertise.
The speakers at a webinar shared the EU's experiences in developing the European Digital Strategy, Data Strategy, Digital Services Act, as well as ensuring data protection and security.
They also highlighted how digitalisation has impacted infrastructure, education and social systems in EU Member States and its partner countries and offered examples of potential venues for cooperation.
Policy experts from the European Union, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and International Telecommunications Union (ITU) introduced a wide range of areas concerning the digital transformation in both the EU and Pakistan.
The webinar was attended by over 30 representatives and experts from Federal and provincial government and agencies, foreign missions, IT and telecommunication companies and civil society.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Iranian president arrives in Karachi
Law Minister expresses Govt's resolve to address issue of missing persons
Rizwan’s batting order may be changed: Sources
Nawaz Sharif to visit Guangzhou exhibition in China
FM Dar not traveling to China: Foreign Office
PM takes notice of deliberate delay in tax cases
Iranian President visits Allama Iqbal’s mausoleum
Iranian President arrives in Lahore today
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 23 April 2024
Today Gold Rate in Pakistan 23 April 2024
Islam enlightened world with its teachings about knowledge: Dr Jamileh
Record London close as oil prices drop on easing Middle East fears
More Stories From Pakistan
-
SSGCL to suspend gas supply in Balochistan on April 24 to repair pipelines
8 minutes ago -
Ayaz reaffirms resolve to further deepen fraternal Pak-Saudi ties
8 minutes ago -
Man arrested over grabbing land through fake stamp paper
8 minutes ago -
Iranian president arrives in Karachi
9 minutes ago -
CCP conditionally approves technology transfer agreement between SSGCL to boost LGM manufacturing
18 minutes ago -
Decayed body recovered from house
28 minutes ago
-
KP to reconsider media influencers project
28 minutes ago -
Romina, Swiss official vow to bolster agriculture resilience collaboration
28 minutes ago -
Foolproof security measures taken for Iranian President visiting Karachi
28 minutes ago -
Iranian President's visit to further strengthen mutual relations: Governor
28 minutes ago -
Quetta Administration clears 15 Nullahs so far during cleanliness drive: Hamza
38 minutes ago -
Drug dealers to be dealt with iron hands: Commissioner Mardan
38 minutes ago