DUBAI: Pakistan has officially opened its pavilion at GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest technology and startup exhibition, presenting the country’s growing digital ecosystem, entrepreneurial talent, and expanding role in global innovation. The Pakistan Pavilion, located at Concourse 1, CC 1-60 of the Dubai World Trade Centre, is serving as a vibrant platform for engagement, networking, and showcasing technology-driven initiatives that reflect the momentum behind Digital Pakistan. Running from October 13 to 17, the exhibition brings together leading innovators, industry experts, investors, and startups from around the world.
Leading the national delegation is Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) CEO Abu Bakar, accompanied by Director of Business Development and Partnerships Shahbaz Hameed, Director of Marketing and Branding Sidra Jalil, and Manager of Events and Delegations Abrar Qureshi. Together, they represent a cross-section of Pakistan’s IT leadership, driving collaboration across sectors and promoting the country’s capacity for digital transformation. The delegation’s participation underscores ongoing efforts by the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, in partnership with PSEB, Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), and Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA), to position the nation as a regional technology hub and an emerging source of software exports, innovation, and technical services.
At GITEX Global 2025, Pakistan’s pavilion features a wide range of startups, technology firms, and innovation-driven companies highlighting expertise across fintech, artificial intelligence, cloud services, software development, and digital infrastructure. The country’s presence aims to strengthen business-to-business engagement and attract international investment by demonstrating the creative and technical capacity of Pakistani enterprises. Attendees have the opportunity to meet entrepreneurs, exchange insights, and explore partnership opportunities that could advance Pakistan’s digital economy and create new export pathways. Organisers and visitors alike have noted the country’s growing visibility in the regional tech ecosystem, supported by strong participation from public and private sector representatives.
The event marks a continuation of Pakistan’s expanding footprint on global innovation stages. In recent years, local startups have secured regional funding, achieved recognition at global accelerators, and expanded into new markets. Participation in GITEX Global enables these companies to connect with venture capitalists, technology partners, and government leaders while reinforcing Pakistan’s commitment to fostering a sustainable technology landscape. Abu Bakar and his team have emphasized that such international engagement is vital for strengthening export competitiveness and promoting Pakistan as a trusted technology destination. By featuring a blend of established firms and emerging innovators, the Pakistan Pavilion reflects a unified national effort to showcase talent, capability, and progress in digital transformation.
Visitors to the Pakistan Pavilion are being encouraged to explore the nation’s growing ecosystem of entrepreneurs, digital professionals, and enterprises contributing to its tech-driven growth. With support from the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, PSEB, TDAP, and P@SHA, Pakistan’s presence at GITEX Global 2025 represents a step toward enhancing international collaboration, knowledge exchange, and sustainable industry partnerships. As the event continues through the week, Pakistan’s delegation aims to strengthen ties with the global technology community and reinforce its role as one of the emerging destinations for digital innovation and talent in the region.
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