CEO Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), Abu Bakar, visited the Pakistan Pavilion at GITEX GLOBAL 2025, where he interacted with leading Pakistani technology companies showcasing their products and solutions. His visit underscored Pakistan’s growing participation in one of the world’s most influential technology events and highlighted the country’s commitment to driving digital innovation and expanding its global footprint in the IT sector. During the engagement, Abu Bakar lauded the efforts of Pakistani firms that have successfully positioned themselves as competitive players in the international technology landscape, emphasizing that their achievements reflect the country’s ongoing digital transformation journey.
At GITEX GLOBAL, the Pakistan Pavilion served as a hub for innovation and collaboration, attracting attention from international investors, business leaders, and technology experts. The companies participating represented a broad range of sectors including software development, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, enterprise solutions, and emerging digital services. Abu Bakar engaged with company representatives to discuss their experiences, challenges, and opportunities for global expansion, noting that Pakistan’s technology ecosystem has matured significantly in recent years through increased exports, skill development, and innovation-led growth. He reiterated PSEB’s role as a facilitator for these advancements, ensuring that Pakistani firms continue to gain visibility and competitiveness in the global marketplace.
Abu Bakar stated that PSEB remains committed to enabling the growth of Pakistan’s IT industry by fostering international partnerships and providing strategic support to tech companies. He highlighted that participation in major global events such as GITEX plays a key role in connecting Pakistani innovators with new markets and investment opportunities. Through programs promoting IT export growth, capacity building, and international certifications, PSEB aims to strengthen the country’s position as a trusted global technology partner. He also noted that Pakistan’s inclusion at such platforms reflects increasing confidence in the country’s ability to deliver high-quality digital services and software solutions to clients worldwide.
He further emphasized that the success of Pakistani companies at GITEX GLOBAL demonstrates the strength of the nation’s innovation-driven ecosystem. PSEB’s continuous facilitation has enabled entrepreneurs and startups to transition from local recognition to global acknowledgment. With initiatives focused on developing skilled human capital, improving infrastructure, and attracting foreign investment, the board is playing a vital role in advancing the government’s vision of a tech-driven economy. Abu Bakar praised the collaborative efforts between public and private stakeholders in ensuring that Pakistan’s IT sector continues to contribute significantly to national economic growth while expanding its reach across international markets.
Through its ongoing efforts, PSEB continues to champion Pakistan’s digital future by supporting tech companies in scaling operations, accessing international platforms, and enhancing export potential. The visit by Abu Bakar at GITEX GLOBAL reinforced Pakistan’s position as a promising destination for technology and innovation, with PSEB serving as a key enabler in bridging local talent with global opportunities.
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