First ever E Commerce policy in the history of Pakistan approved by PM Khan

First ever E Commerce policy in the history of Pakistan approved by PM Khan

ISLAMABAD - First ever E Commerce policy in the history of Pakistan approved by Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Prime Minister Imran Khan has approved first ever e-commerce policy of the country.

Special Assistant to Prime Minister Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said the meeting considered the rising trend of E-shopping, and expanding reach of smart phones in the country.

The Prime Minister directed to plan a roadmap for rules, regulations and basic structure of e-commerce in the country.

She said the Prime Minister issued directives to Ministry of National Food Security and provincial governments to take steps to avoid shortage of wheat and control the price of bread.

The Prime Minister while taking notice of the spread of dengue in the country said efforts should be maximized to control the virus.

The meeting was given a detailed briefing on the spike areas of dengue, relevant data and the steps being taken to overcome it.