On August 19, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry called for stronger cooperation with Google to enhance digital security in Pakistan.

During a meeting with Google delegation led by Senior Director David Weller and other officials including Pakistan representative Dr Kyle Gardner focused on addressing security challenges, the effective use of social media to counter terrorism and the timely removal of harmful online content.

Google representatives assured the minister of continued support for a secure digital environment, while Chaudhry expressed a desire to strengthen the existing partnership to promote a safer online space.

The event was attended by key officials from the Social Media Protection and Regulation Authority, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency, and the Ministry of Interior.