Karachi is set to host KHI NEXT 2026, a multidomain Artificial Intelligence and innovation summit being presented under the theme “AI in Everything,” at Pearl Continental Hotel on June 7, 2026. The summit will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, innovators, academics, and technology experts under one umbrella to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence across every sector of society, with the event being graced by Sardar Muhammad Bux Khan Maher, Honourable Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports of the Government of Sindh, as Chief Guest.
KHI NEXT 2026 is the vision and initiative of Syed Wajid Hussain Shah, Founder and Lead Organizer of the summit, who envisioned a first-of-its-kind platform capable of bringing together leaders from multiple domains to discuss the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence on business, governance, entrepreneurship, education, healthcare, commerce, infrastructure, and society at large. Speaking about the event, Shah stated that Artificial Intelligence is no longer purely a technology discussion but a societal transformation, adding that every industry, organisation, and individual will be influenced by it in one way or another, and that KHI NEXT is intended as a movement aimed at shaping the future rather than just a standalone event.
The summit will feature keynote sessions, high-impact panel discussions with experts and thought leaders from diverse sectors, and exclusive fireside chats, with the event reflecting the progressive vision of Munawar Mahesar, Secretary of the Youth Affairs and Sports Department of the Government of Sindh, who has consistently championed youth development, digital transformation, and the creation of future-ready ecosystems capable of driving sustainable growth and technological advancement. The programme structure spanning keynotes, panels, and intimate conversations is designed to address Artificial Intelligence adoption at multiple levels simultaneously, from national policy and enterprise strategy to startup-level application and individual skill development.
The event is powered by the Government of Sindh, with Startup Pakistan serving as the Official Digital Partner, Pakistan Beverage Limited as the Official Beverage Partner, TCN as Strategic Partner, KFC Pakistan as Food Partner, TCF and Pak Vision managing event operations, and AD Communications handling public relations and media coverage. Sponsors include Viper Technologies, The Botts, Elfa Electric, Atom Power, Igloo, Myco, and Comms.
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