Islamabad – January 23, 2025
National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) hosted a high-ranking delegation from the World Bank today, led by Mr. Martin Raiser, Vice President for the South Asia Region, and Mr. Najy Benhassine, Country Director for Pakistan. The meeting centered around the discussion on the Digital Economy Enhancement Project (DEEP), a key initiative designed to strengthen Pakistan’s digital economy and digital ID systems.
During the briefing, NADRA officials presented the progress achieved so far under the DEEP initiative, which aims to promote financial inclusion and improve citizens’ access to government services through digital ID and services. World Bank team appreciated NADRA’s progress in implementing DEEP, while emphasizing the project’s critical role in supporting Pakistan’s digital transformation and economic development.