The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and the National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen information sharing and cybersecurity collaboration. The agreement aims to enhance both organizations’ defenses against emerging digital threats and boost overall cyber resilience.
The signing ceremony took place at NTC Headquarters in Islamabad. It was attended by NTC Managing Director Maj Gen (R) Ali Farhan, SECP Commissioner Mujtaba Ahmed Lodhi, and senior officials from both institutions.
Under the MoU, both sides will cooperate on several key areas of mutual interest. These include identifying and responding to cybersecurity threats, sharing technical insights, and adopting best practices to strengthen security frameworks. The collaboration also covers joint research in cybersecurity technologies, training for incident response, and compliance improvement with standards such as ISO 27001.
In addition, the partnership focuses on developing emergency response mechanisms and establishing Sectoral Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) in line with national cybersecurity regulations.
The MoU marks a major step forward in digital cooperation between SECP and NTC. It builds on NTC’s previous support for SECP and sets the stage for new joint efforts in cybersecurity development at the national level.
Speaking at the ceremony, NTC Managing Director Maj. Gen. (R) Ali Farhan emphasized the importance of such alliances. He noted that strong partnerships are essential for creating a secure and efficient digital infrastructure.
“By leveraging our collective strengths, we can not only optimize service delivery but also ensure that critical data and infrastructure remain protected from unauthorized access and exploitation,” he emphasized.
SECP Commissioner Mujtaba Ahmed Lodhi praised NTC’s ongoing role in promoting cybersecurity. He thanked the organization for its support and underlined the importance of collective efforts by all regulatory bodies. Lodhi also stressed that awareness campaigns play a vital role in protecting national infrastructure and strengthening overall cyber readiness.
Both institutions reaffirmed their commitment to continued engagement and cooperation in advancing Pakistan’s cybersecurity landscape.