{"id":2748,"date":"2026-08-20T16:00:16","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diplomag.com.pk\/?p=2748"},"modified":"2026-08-20T16:00:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:00:16","slug":"pta-google-to-collaborate-on-strengthening-childrens-online-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diplomag.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/08\/20\/pta-google-to-collaborate-on-strengthening-childrens-online-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"PTA, Google to collaborate on strengthening children&#8217;s online safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>ISLAMABAD<\/strong>: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Google on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen children\u2019s online safety.<\/p>\n<p>A press release issued by the authority said the agreement was aimed at strengthening awareness, digital safety and responsible use of online platforms among children, parents, teachers and caregivers across Pakistan.<\/p>\n<p>It said they would collaborate on a child safety programme focused on \u201cawareness, education and capacity-building, equipping parents and teachers with practical tools and resources to help children navigate the digital world safely\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cKey initiatives include developing awareness content in English and local languages, conducting training programmes in educational institutions and supporting a nationwide outreach campaign to connect millions of families with localised online safety resources and tutorials,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n<p>The statement said that on the occasion, PTA Chairman (retd) Maj Gen Hafeezur Rehman highlighted the \u201cimportance of collective efforts and stakeholder collaboration to protect children in an increasingly digital environment\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Khawar Siddique, a member of authority\u2019s compliance and enforcement team, emphasised the \u201cimportance of promoting digital literacy and responsible use of online platforms to promote a safer digital environment for children and families\u201d in the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe collaboration reflects the PTA and Google\u2019s shared commitment to empowering parents and teachers, enhancing digital awareness, and creating a safer and more secure online environment,\u201d the statement concluded.<\/p>\n<p>The development comes after the US-based technology giant on Tuesday\u00a0inaugurated\u00a0its local office in Pakistan, nearly four years after it first registered in Pakistan, describing the development as a \u201cbig milestone\u201d in its engagement with the country.<\/p>\n<p>On Wednesday, Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry held a\u00a0meeting\u00a0with a delegation from Google and called for enhanced cooperation to promote a safe and peaceful digital environment in Pakistan, stressing the need for proactive monitoring of social media in view of the country\u2019s security challenges.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Google on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen children\u2019s online safety. 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