Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday inaugurated a historic ‘FUTURE E-Commerce Operations Center, calling upon the younger generation to embrace e-commerce and information technology as pivotal components of Pakistan’s economic growth.
The event marks a significant milestone for Pakistan, as it celebrates the 10th anniversary of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and showcases the country’s remarkable progress over the years, a news release said.
Addressing the inaugural ceremony, the minister highlighted the essence of nation-building, emphasizing that unity and cooperation formed the bedrock of any successful nation. He drew attention to China’s remarkable progress, attributing it to three fundamental pillars including political stability, policy continuity and peace.
“Political stability in China played a pivotal role in fostering an environment of peace, enabling the nation to channel its efforts towards growth and prosperity,” he said stressing the importance of policy continuity, as it had been instrumental in sustaining China’s progress over the years.
He said no country could progress without a system that prioritized peace, stability and policy consistency.
Ahsan Iqbal made a crucial point that no matter how qualified and exceptional the individuals in government may be, “political uncertainty, turmoil, or divisive politics hinder a country’s path to success.”
He urged for the prioritization of peace and stability above all else, as it formed the bedrock of a nation’s strength.—APP
