Pakistan ranks low in the Speedtest Global Index for broadband (141st out of 151 countries) and mobile internet (99th out of 110 countries).
Pakistan's poor performance in terms of secure internet servers highlights underdeveloped cybersecurity frameworks.
Significant steps have been taken in building a digital public infrastructure ecosystem in Pakistan, including biometric verification for digital identity and digital payment platforms.
Boosting digital adoption requires improvement in digital literacy, safety, privacy, and public trust, particularly among rural populations and women.