‘Give youth opportunities and they will develop Pakistan’: Naqvi

Federal Interior Minister Senator Mohsin Naqvi has stressed the need to create more opportunities for young people and facilitate businesses to accelerate Pakistan’s economic and technological development.

Addressing an event at the American Centre of Excellence in Lahore, Naqvi said young people should be given opportunities to contribute to the country’s progress. He expressed confidence that the younger generation could play an important role in Pakistan’s development if provided with the right support and resources.

He also urged Pakistanis to use their professional and personal connections for the country’s benefit. He said people should channel their networks and influence towards initiatives that could contribute to national development.

Highlighting the progress of the information technology sector, Naqvi said Pakistan’s IT industry had made considerable strides over the past two years. He stressed that the government would continue working to facilitate investors and provide businesses with a supportive environment.

The minister said greater attention needed to be given to IT companies to help the sector expand and attract further investment. He added that the government’s responsibility was to remove obstacles faced by the business community and provide the facilities needed for growth.

Sharing his own professional experience, Naqvi said he had also worked for American companies and understood the demanding nature of the IT industry. He said working late at night and staying awake for long hours could become part of everyday life for people associated with the sector.

“I know how difficult it is to stay awake at night and work,” he said, highlighting his understanding of the challenges faced by professionals working in demanding industries.

Naqvi reiterated that providing facilities to the business community was a key responsibility of the government. He said supporting investors, encouraging young talent and strengthening the IT sector were important for creating new opportunities and promoting economic growth in Pakistan.