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Abstract

The high rate of digitalization of the economy and governance structures in Pakistan has increased vulnerability to cyber threats requiring proper cybersecurity governance to be a national agenda. This paper provides a critical review of Pakistan cybersecurity regulation and governance, by looking at some of the major tools, including the Electronic Transactions Ordinance 2002, the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016, and the National Cyber Security Policy 2021. The research employs a qualitative method of analysis, using secondary data, in the form of policy documents, legal frameworks, and academic literature and employs thematic analysis to pinpoint structural issues and regulatory gaps. The results show that despite the fact that Pakistan has established a multi-layered cybersecurity framework, the effectiveness of the framework is limited by the fragmented governance system, poorly established enforcement procedures, the lack of a set of data protection laws, the rise in cyber threats, and the insufficient institutional capacity. The research also indicates that there is a major disconnect between policy development and reality, which decreases the overall strength of the national cybersecurity ecosystem. Based on the international best practices, the study suggests that centralized governance, enforcement of the law, capacity building and coherence of the policies should be enhanced. It concludes that a comprehensive, unified, and agile solution is needed to create a secure and resilient digital space in Pakistan.