Opportunity to Share and Harmonise Efforts in ICT across Asia
[This article was published in the January 2010 issue of the eGov Magazine (http://www.egovonline.net) ]
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U.S. Telemedicine Project in Pakistan
Through a public-private partnership, the U.S. Department of State has launched a telemedicine service in Pakistan, thereby taking the transformative power of high speed connectivity to improving social services in remote areas.
IT for Greater Efficiency, Transparency Within Government in Pakistan
Mr. Qamar Zaman Kaira the Federal IT Minister has said that the present Government of Pakistan desires to use IT to bring about greater efficiency and transparency within the government, streamline the functioning of the government and at the same time facilitate the citizens by providing them services at their doorsteps.
Pakistan Govt allocates Rs 2.53 billion extra for rural development
The Government of Pakistan has allocated an amount of INR 6.237 billion for the development of rural areas of the country. The government has adopted a comprehensive policy for rural development, including agriculture, social and physical infrastructure.
Pakistan Govt to cover 75% house-holds via Internet by 2015
Pakistan is moving forward to bridge the digital divide in the country by improving the access to ICT for low income groups. The government is targeting to provide 1.6 million broadband connections in next three years.
The Hindu Media Resource Centre (thmrc)
[This article was published in the November 2006 issue of the eGov Magazine (http://www.egovonline.net) ]
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Creating awareness on ICTs among SMEs : Imran Chaudhry, Manager, Donor Coordination and International Linkages, Small and Medium,Enterprise Development Authority (SMEDA), Pakistan
What role are SMEs playing in the developing countries of the world and what more they can do?
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are considered to be one of the principal driving forces in the economic development of any country. Anecdotal evidence suggests that despite the decline in the large sector growth rate worldwide, SME sector has managed to grow; since they are relatively flexible and can adapt quickly to the changing market demand and supply situations. Their ability to generate employment and to diversify economic activity can make a significant contribution to exports and trade, create employment as well as alleviate poverty. SMEs bring more diversity to economy and facilitate technological innovation and provide significant opportunities for the development of new ideas and skills.
