PTA concludes Cybersecurity Awareness Week 2025 with high-level closing ceremony
Islamabad :- Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening cybersecurity and ensuring a safer digital environment for citizens.
He said the government has also established National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has implemented various mechanisms.
Acknowledging misinformation as one of the most significant challenges of the modern era, the Information Minister stressed the importance of responsible social media usage. He also underscored the need for increased public awareness and training in order to address these issues effectively.
Attaullah Tarar emphasized the importance of responsible digital communication and institutional collaboration to combat misinformation and uphold information integrity.
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), in collaboration with UNDP, successfully concluded Cybersecurity Awareness Week 2025 with a high-level closing ceremony. The nationwide campaign, observed from 11–17 December 2025, aimed to enhance public awareness on cyber hygiene, digital safety, and information integrity.
Dr Samuel Rizk, Resident Representative UNDP Pakistan stated
“As Pakistan develops its digital regulatory ecosystem, we must put in place safeguards that balance citizen protection with legitimate expression.”
The closing event was attended by senior government officials, international partners, telecom operators, academia, and media representatives. Chairman PTA, Major General (R) Hafeez ur Rehman HI (M) SI, in his opening remarks, highlighted cybersecurity as a critical pillar of Pakistan’s digital transformation. He outlined PTA’s regulatory measures, public outreach initiatives, and multi-stakeholder partnerships to counter cyber threats, misinformation, and digital fraud while strengthening consumer trust.
During the Telecom Sector Showcase, operators presented their cybersecurity awareness initiatives, with outstanding contributions recognized. PTA reiterated its commitment to sustained cybersecurity awareness through collaboration and innovation.
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
