At AI Everything Global 2025 in Dubai, over 30 Pakistani delegates—including 11 companies and 2 startups—showcased homegrown AI projects and explored international partnerships.
The delegation, backed by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) and Trade Development Authority (TDAP), featured early-stage startups alongside established firms promoting GPT tools, automation, and cybersecurity solutions. Pakistan’s IT exports, valued at $3.2 billion, target a jump past $4 billion this year.
Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi emphasized that “if we harness technology…we can export even more,” highlighting the potential of AI-driven platforms to unlock new markets. Collaborations focused on fintech, agricultural data analytics, and AI servicing in the MEA region.
Global giants at the summit—Oracle, Intel, IBM, ASUS—underscored opportunities for Pakistan in cloud-native development and data pipelines for regional partners.
The event marks a major leap forward for a traditionally service-focused sector, signaling ambitions to build IP, not just outsource labor.
Back home, several firms reported immediate MoUs and commercial pitches tied to GCC investors. Technical partnerships and incubator link-ups could significantly boost both capacity and credibility.
For Pakistan, aligning with global AI trends means investing in scalable tech, nurturing startups, and overhauling policy frameworks to support IP registration and data privacy. After Dubai, the path forward is clear: double down on research, exports, and upskilling.
