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| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 2025 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Pakistan |
| Headquarters | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Parent agency | Government of Pakistan |
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The Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) is a statutory body of the Government of Pakistan established in 2025 by the Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025 to lead and coordinate national digital transformation across government and the economy.[1] The Authority is responsible for developing and implementing the National Digital Masterplan, enabling digital public infrastructure, and promoting a digital society, digital economy, and digital governance in Pakistan.[1][2][3][4]
History
editThe Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025 received presidential assent on 29 January 2025 and came into force at once.[1] The Act established the Pakistan Digital Authority as a corporate body headquartered in Islamabad, with the legal capacity to enter into contracts, hold property, and sue and be sued in its own name.[1][2][3][4]
Mandate and functions
editUnder Section 8 of the Act, the Authority is mandated to:
- develop, implement, monitor, and periodically update the National Digital Masterplan, including sectoral and implementation plans,[1]
- issue and enforce regulations, guidelines, and standards necessary to implement the Masterplan, consistent with the Act,[1]
- coordinate with federal, provincial, and local governments, sectoral bodies, regulators, and private stakeholders to ensure alignment with the Masterplan,[1]
- establish a monitoring and evaluation framework and provide progress updates to the National Digital Commission,[1]
- review public sector plans and projects with digital components and recommend approval to the Commission,[1]
- advise on laws, rules, regulations, and policies to align with the Masterplan and international best practice,[1]
- set standards and oversee assigned areas including data governance, artificial intelligence, virtual assets, and other emerging technologies, ensuring no conflict with existing regulators,[1]
- develop and enforce a National Data Strategy and comprehensive governmental data governance framework,[1]
- recommend cloud governance standards for the public sector,[1]
- facilitate development of a digital economy strategy, and[1]
- lead the national citizen experience strategy and oversight of digital citizen journeys for public services.[1]
Governance
editThe Authority is composed of a Chairperson and two Members appointed by the Prime Minister. The Commission may vary the number of Members, up to a maximum of five, on the Authority’s justified request.[1] The Chairperson is the chief executive, and the Chairperson and Members must be eminent professionals with recognised expertise and integrity. Each serves a five‑year term without extension and is subject to conflict‑of‑interest and ethical standards prescribed by rules and regulations.[1][2]
Relationship with the National Digital Commission
editStrategic direction and high‑level governance are provided by the National Digital Commission, chaired by the Prime Minister and comprising federal and provincial leadership and key economic and regulatory institutions. The Commission approves the National Digital Masterplan, issues directives to align entities with the Masterplan, and reviews cases of non‑compliance.[1] See National Digital Commission (Pakistan).[3]
Oversight and accountability
editAn Oversight Committee, convened by the Minister in charge of the Information Technology and Telecommunications Division, monitors the Authority’s performance and financial management and submits annual reports to the Commission.[1] The Authority prepares an annual report, undergoes audits in accordance with constitutional provisions, and publishes audited accounts and reports on its official website when available.[1][2][3][4]
Funding
editThe Act establishes a non‑lapsable Digital Nation Fund administered by the Authority to meet expenses in connection with its functions. Sources include federal budgetary allocations, provincial and local grants, international grants and technical assistance, loans, donations, income from investments, and other sums vested in the Authority. Expenditures cover salaries, operations, loan repayments, and strategic enabling projects supporting digital transformation.[1][2][3][4]
Legal framework
editThe Authority may make rules with federal approval and may make regulations consistent with the Act. The Federal Government may issue policy directives which the Authority must follow consistent with the Act. The Act prevails over inconsistent laws, while specific laws protecting data rights and cybersecurity take precedence and must be complied with.[1][2][3][4]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v "Digital Nation Pakistan Act, 2025, Act No. I of 2025". The Gazette of Pakistan, Extraordinary. Islamabad: Senate Secretariat. 29 January 2025.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|url=(help) - ^ a b c d e f Ali, Umaid (20 August 2025). "Government establishes Pakistan Digital Authority to implement 'digital master plan'". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f Ali, Kalbe (21 August 2025). "Govt staffs new Digital Authority to transform services". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Desk, News (27 June 2025). "Govt forms committee to appoint chairperson, members for Pakistan Digital Authority". Profit by Pakistan Today. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
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