PR No. 184
Islamabad: July 24, 2020

A meeting of the Committee, constituted by the Prime Minister of Pakistan to address the connectivity and taxation issues related to Telcos , was held under the Chairmanship of Mr. Shafqat Mehommad, Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training (MOFE&PT) today on July 24, 2020. The meeting was also attended by Advisor to PM on Finance and Revenue, Minister for IT and Telecom, Secretary MOIT, Additional Secretary MOFE&PT, Chairman PTA, Chairman NADRA, CEO USF and Senior officers from the MOFE&PT and MOITT. The Committee in its meeting deliberated on the connectivity issues which students are currently facing in their online classes during COVID-19. The Committee decided to finalize the relief package for students to facilitate the delivery of online education which is in. Line with concept of targeted relief. Advisor on Finance assured that the government will positively look in to this proposal by the ministry of federal education. The Committee also deliberated on the other issues faced by the telecom sector including the taxations issues and it was decided to resolve them as soon as possible improve quality, access and affordability of services. The Committee will submit its recommendations to the Prime Minister after incorporating views of all stake holders.

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