December 7, 2023
Pakistan’s IT Ministry announced great news for freelancers:
✅ Key Support:
- Interest-free loans of ₨100,000 for freelancers to set up e-working centers (shared workspaces with internet).
- Goal: Boost freelancers’ income and productivity.
🚀 Bigger Plan:
- Government aims to create 5,000+ joint e-working centers nationwide.
- Expected to generate millions of new jobs.
💡 Why It Matters:
- Freelancers get dedicated workspaces and tools to grow.
- Part of Pakistan’s push to become a tech hub and attract global investors.
“We’re building an ecosystem to unleash freelancers’ potential.”
– Dr. Umar Saif, IT Minister