HBL P@SHA, in collaboration with OPEN Silicon Valley, hosted an exclusive networking meetup at the Plug and Play Tech Center in San Francisco on October 26. The event served as a dynamic platform to connect Pakistan’s leading technology companies with global investors, innovators, and entrepreneurs, highlighting the country’s expanding presence on the international tech stage.
The evening was attended by prominent members of the P@SHA delegation, including Sheikh Abdul Qadir and Dr. Sonia Saleem, both members of the P@SHA Central Executive Committee (CEC), and Kheezran Khan, Director of Brand and Global Outreach at P@SHA. The delegation joined representatives from 20 Pakistani technology firms visiting the United States to participate in TechCrunch 2025, alongside international guests from the startup, venture capital, and innovation communities.
Throughout the evening, participants engaged in meaningful discussions on topics such as innovation, global collaboration, and Pakistan’s growing role in the worldwide technology ecosystem. Dr. Sonia Saleem and Sheikh Abdul Qadir shared insights into how Pakistani tech companies are fostering innovation, strengthening digital capabilities, and building connections across borders. Attendees also explored opportunities for partnerships between Pakistani startups and global investors, with a focus on sustainable growth, market expansion, and technological advancement.
The networking event exemplified P@SHA’s ongoing commitment to building bridges between Pakistan’s digital sector and the global innovation community. By creating avenues for direct engagement with Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, P@SHA continues to enhance Pakistan’s visibility in international markets and promote collaboration that fuels growth in the country’s IT and innovation landscape. The meetup reflected the shared vision of both HBL P@SHA and OPEN Silicon Valley to empower entrepreneurs, expand global reach, and strengthen Pakistan’s position as a key player in the technology and innovation economy.
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