Pakistan proposes Digital Corridor with Türkiye, invites Turkcell investment
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- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed establishing a Pakistan–Türkiye Digital Corridor and invited Turkcell, a leading Turkish digital operator, to invest in…
- The proposal was made during a meeting between the prime minister and Turkcell's Chief Executive Officer, Ali Taha Koç, in Istanbul on July 4, 2026.
- PM Sharif underscored the importance of deepening cooperation in the digital and technology sectors.
Story so far: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed establishing a Pakistan–Türkiye Digital Corridor and invited Turkcell, a leading Turkish digital operator, to invest in… The proposal was made during a meeting between the prime minister and Turkcell's Chief Executive Officer, Ali Taha Koç, in Istanbul on July 4, 2026.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed establishing a Pakistan–Türkiye Digital Corridor and invited Turkcell, a leading Turkish digital operator, to invest in Pakistan’s telecommunications and digital infrastructure.
The proposal was made during a meeting between the prime minister and Turkcell’s Chief Executive Officer, Ali Taha Koç, in Istanbul on July 4, 2026. PM Sharif underscored the importance of deepening cooperation in the digital and technology sectors.
According to the proposal, the Digital Corridor aims to strengthen regional digital connectivity, facilitate secure cross-border data flows, and advance the integration of digital infrastructure.
Highlighting Pakistan’s evolving digital landscape, the prime minister invited Turkcell to explore long-term collaboration with Pakistani institutions. He encouraged investment in 5G deployment, local manufacturing of telecommunications equipment, technology transfer, software development, and digital skills development.
PM Sharif reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a transparent and investment-friendly business environment, supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), to foster innovation, employment, and sustainable growth.
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