Aayal QureshiDubai: Pakistan’s IT industry received a significant boost at GITEX Global 2024 as the country was honored as the “Tech Destination of the Year 2024.” H.E. Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, inaugurated the Pakistan Pavilion at the Dubai World Trade Centre, marking a milestone for the nation’s growing technology sector.
In his inaugural address, Ambassador Tirmizi highlighted Pakistan’s impressive IT export growth, reporting a 34% increase in exports to the UAE, totaling $265 million. He also noted that Pakistan’s global IT exports have surpassed $3.2 billion, with potential for further expansion.
The Ambassador praised the collaborative efforts of key organizations, including the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), Pakistan Software Houses Association (PASHA), and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), in organizing Pakistan’s presence at the world’s largest IT exhibition.
Tirmizi also commended Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Minister of State for IT & Telecommunication, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, for their leadership in advancing Pakistan’s IT sector. He emphasized Pakistan’s unique position in the global IT market, citing its large English-speaking population and status as the second-largest provider of freelance IT services worldwide.
The Pakistan Pavilion features 24 exhibitors showcasing innovative technologies and services. Ambassador Tirmizi encouraged business leaders and IT professionals to visit the pavilion, emphasizing GITEX Global’s role as a platform for Pakistani IT experts to forge global connections and explore collaborative opportunities.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Consul General Hussain Muhammad, Trade & Investment Counsellor Ali Zeb Khan, and senior government officials from Pakistan.
As GITEX Global 2024 continues, Pakistan’s recognition as the “Tech Destination of the Year” is expected to draw increased attention to its rapidly evolving IT industry and potentially attract new investments and partnerships.
