Abdul Ghani

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) is set to launch a new mobile application designed to minimize human interaction while offering real-time tracking, especially for general attestation, according to a document available with Wealth Pakistan.

The document reveals that this initiative is part of MoFA’s broader efforts to modernize and digitize its processes, making services more accessible and streamlined for the public.

The app, currently under development, will not only allow real-time tracking of applications but also enable users to interact with the ministry’s services with minimal human involvement. This will significantly reduce the need for physical visits to the ministry’s premises and ease the application process, ensuring a more user-friendly experience.

This step is part of a larger vision to integrate various government agencies and databases, including those of the Higher Education Commission, the Inter-Board Committee of Chairmen, the National Database and Registration Authority, and provincial databases, into a seamless and efficient system.

Additionally, the MoFA is planning to build a new Consular Hall within its premises to further accommodate the growing demand for services.

The ministry is also working towards a one-stop solution for complete digitization through partnerships with reputable service providers, ensuring that the public can access all necessary services in one place.

The digitization of the General Attestation process will follow the successful example of the Apostille Attestation, modernizing the attestation process for documents and making it more accessible online.

Another key aspect of the new digital push includes integrating services with the Prime Minister’s Aasaan Khidmat Centers, facilitating the provision of government services at the local level and improving access for citizens across the country.

Speaking to Wealth Pakistan, Secretary Ministry of Foreign Affairs Amna Baloch said that this transformation aims to create a more efficient, transparent, and user-centric foreign ministry, setting the stage for a future where public services are increasingly available at the touch of a button.

Credit: INP-WealthPk