4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 5. 5.1. 5.2. 5.3. 5.4. 5.5. Provide enabling environment for companies to set up Venture Capital funds, Accelerators and other support mechanisms for startup companies. Work with public sector relevant stakeholder’s for developing conducive business environment for IT Industry. Educate IT companies for proper reporting of IT remittances as mandated by SBP. Maintain a database by conducting market surveys regarding IT companies’ annual exports, domestic revenues, HR strengths and areas of technical expertise etc. Pursue the placement of ICT Business Development experts at Pakistani embassies, commercial consulates, and offices of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) to promote and showcase Pakistani IT products & services. For some large markets, such as North America, Europe, and Middle East, dedicated consultants to be hired to spearhead the market development and promotional efforts. Encourage equity participation of banks in software projects by setting up venture capital funds. Earmark sufficient additional funds & support infrastructure for PSEB to perform its role effectively in promoting IT exports by encouraging Pakistani IT companies’ participation in international IT events, trade fairs and exchange of IT delegations. Attract local investors and business groups to invest in software industry through a comprehensive incentive program. Encourage major multinationals operating in Pakistan to set up their software houses in Pakistan and expand their business footprint for serving their domestic and international markets. Engage in international marketing campaigns to highlight Pakistan’s software expertise, government initiatives & incentives. ICT for Girls Promote the use of ICT technology among women and girls for their empowerment and to bridge the digital divide. Initiate ‘ICT for Girls’ programs across the country for training in computing skills so that girls can have an opportunity to earn. Establish computer labs in girls’ schools of unserved and underserved mandated areas of the country to train women and girls in computing skills (computing, coding, and communication) through collaboration with private sector. Provide incentives to boost digital services and applications for Girls’ empowerment (direct-to-mobile strategy) lowering barriers to technology adoption. Strengthen international cooperation in the area of access to ICT and active participation of women and girls in the digital society. To provide legal protection to women and girls to encourage online participation. 6. Local Languages Content Development 6.1. Support creation and sharing of content in natural and regional/local languages which is now possible after the establishment and operationalization of ‫ ۔پاکستان‬internet registry in Pakistan. Digital Pakistan Policy Page 11