E-commerce Gateway Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. has announced the 26th edition of ITCN Asia Karachi, Pakistan’s largest IT and telecom exhibition and conference, which will be held from September 23 to 25, 2025 at the Expo Centre in Karachi. The event is being organised in partnership with the Ministry of IT & Telecom’s Tech Destination Pakistan initiative and carries the endorsement of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), reflecting its importance in advancing the country’s technology landscape. The three-day exhibition will be inaugurated by Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja, and aims to provide a comprehensive platform for showcasing the latest developments in the IT and telecom sectors.
Building on its strong track record, ITCN Asia Karachi 2025 is expected to surpass last year’s performance, when over $500 million worth of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during the event. Organisers anticipate that this year will witness even greater agreements and collaborations, offering new opportunities for businesses and investors. The expo will bring together delegates and exhibitors from a wide range of countries including the United Kingdom, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, the United States of America, and Australia. By attracting such a broad international audience, the event will highlight global technology trends and strengthen Pakistan’s position as an emerging destination for IT and telecom services.
Over 50,000 participants are expected to attend, including tech leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and diplomats. The event is designed to showcase cutting-edge innovations, encourage strategic partnerships, and support the growth of Pakistan’s digital economy. ITCN Asia Karachi 2025 will serve as a platform for global delegations from more than 25 countries to engage in networking, knowledge sharing, and business development opportunities. More than 700 exhibitors and over 100 high-profile foreign delegates will participate, including major tech firms, startups, and international pavilions that will present advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, fintech, e-commerce, and 5G technologies.
According to Muhammad Umair Nizam, Group Director at E-commerce Gateway Pakistan, the IT sector has become an engine for economic transformation, generating record exports, attracting investments, and creating employment opportunities for Pakistan’s youth. He emphasised that since its inception 25 years ago, ITCN Asia has remained the country’s flagship IT, telecom, and technology event. It has hosted delegations from major economies, adapted to virtual formats during the pandemic, and now returns with hybrid elements to ensure broader accessibility and engagement for participants from around the world. This continuity underscores its role in fostering connections between local and international stakeholders while presenting Pakistan’s growing capabilities in the technology arena.
By bringing together thousands of visitors, hundreds of exhibitors, and international delegations, ITCN Asia Karachi 2025 continues to serve as a vital platform for collaboration and innovation across the IT and telecom sectors. The event demonstrates how Pakistan’s technology ecosystem is evolving through large-scale exhibitions that combine industry expertise, government support, and global participation to drive sustained progress.
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