Pakistan, May 26 -- Pakistan's freelance training programs have brought in a remarkable $1.65 billion in revenue, according to a briefing given to the National Assembly's Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication. Ignite, the organization behind the initiative, shared that 4.6 million students have been trained across 19 batches. These programs offer 15 high-demand freelancing courses aimed at boosting the country's digital economy.

However, the committee raised concerns over gender imbalance in participation. Only 28% of trainees were women, while 72% were men. Lawmakers stressed the urgent need to increase female involvement, calling for at least 50% representation. They stated that greater inclusion of women i...