Zong brought together regulators, national cybersecurity authorities, government representatives, and telecom industry leaders during PTA Cybersecurity Awareness Week 2026 to discuss measures aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s cyber resilience. The session, held in Islamabad under the theme “Building a Safe, Secure and Resilient Cyberspace,” reflected the company’s continued focus on supporting collaboration across the public and private sectors to enhance cybersecurity preparedness. The event also highlighted the growing importance of coordinated efforts in protecting digital infrastructure as Pakistan continues its digital transformation journey.
The gathering featured participation from senior officials representing key institutions involved in the country’s cybersecurity ecosystem. Among the distinguished guests were Dr. Khawar Khokhar, Member PTA, Dr. Haider Abbas, Director General PKCERT, Brig. Dr. Mukaram Khan, Director General CVD, PTA, and Mao Weiliang, Chief Technology Officer of Zong. Senior representatives from Ministry of IT and Telecommunication Pakistan, regulatory authorities, and the telecommunications industry also attended the session. Discussions focused on strengthening national cyber readiness, encouraging greater cooperation between government and industry, and addressing the evolving cybersecurity landscape through coordinated planning and knowledge sharing. Participants exchanged views on current cyber challenges, the need for resilient digital infrastructure, and the importance of maintaining a strong security posture as digital services continue to expand across multiple sectors.
Artificial intelligence and its growing role in cybersecurity formed another important area of discussion during the event. Participants explored how AI enabled security technologies can improve threat detection, accelerate incident response, and strengthen the protection of critical digital systems. The conversations also emphasized that technological innovation should be supported by collaboration among regulators, cybersecurity organizations, telecommunications providers, and technology companies to effectively address increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. By promoting closer engagement across these stakeholders, the session highlighted the value of combining technical expertise, operational experience, and policy coordination to enhance national cybersecurity capabilities. The discussions reflected a shared objective of building a stronger digital environment where organizations can improve resilience while supporting secure digital services for businesses and citizens.
As Zong continues expanding its technology capabilities and AI driven initiatives, the company reaffirmed that cybersecurity remains a core element of its strategy for protecting digital infrastructure and strengthening customer confidence. Company representatives emphasized that maintaining secure networks and supporting industry collaboration are important priorities as Pakistan’s digital economy continues to evolve. Through its participation in PTA Cybersecurity Awareness Week 2026, Zong reinforced its commitment to working alongside national institutions, regulators, and industry partners to support cybersecurity awareness, improve resilience, and contribute to a safer digital ecosystem. The event also reflected broader efforts across Pakistan’s technology sector to encourage cooperation, promote cybersecurity best practices, and strengthen the country’s overall preparedness against emerging cyber risks while supporting ongoing digital and intelligent transformation initiatives.
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