Islamabad (GNP): Through Pak–US Tech Connect 2026, Pakistan is bringing a cohort of top tier companies known for strong security, clear governance, proven AI capabilities, and measurable business impact, to the United States.
Led by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), the multi-city roadshow includes engagements in Silicon Valley on October 16, Dallas on October 19, Washington, D.C., on October 21, and Chicago on October 23, 2026.
The roadshow reflects Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s vision of a deeper economic partnership with the United States by facilitating direct business-to-business engagement between Pakistani technology companies and CIOs, CTOs and other senior decision-makers at Fortune 1000 enterprises.
The delegation comprises of Pakistani technology leaders with expertise in artificial intelligence, enterprise software, cloud computing, fintech, cybersecurity, healthcare technology, data engineering and customer experience management. The 16 participating companies are Systems Limited, 10Pearls, NETSOL Technologies, IBEX Global Solutions, Techlogix Pakistan, Arbisoft, Folio3 Software, CureMD Healthcare, Tkxel, Strategic Systems International (SSI), Emumba, Abacus, TMC, Nextbridge, Excellence Delivered (ExD), and Addo AI.
Alongside them, two emerging startups, Swich and Heyeve.ai, represent Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. Swich is a FinTech with an innovative Web3 merchant financial operating system, while Heyeve.ai focuses on immersive, AI-powered legal training.
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja said:
“Pakistani tech companies have adapted to the AI age faster than other countries while being extremely competitive in cost and with much lower engineer attrition rate than peer nations. I am very happy that Pak-US Tech Connect will allow Pakistani tech companies to showcase their globally unique value proposition and their cutting edge AI products and services to enterprise clients in the US.”
Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, His Excellency Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, added:
“The United States is an important market for Pakistan’s technology industry, offering strong potential for mutually beneficial partnerships. Pak–US Tech Connect helps Pakistani companies build lasting relationships with American businesses and open new opportunities for trade, investment and innovation.”
Mr. Faisal Jeddy, Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), said:
“The United States is one of Pakistan’s top export markets for IT, accounting for over 50% of the country’s annual technology exports. Pak–US Tech Connect helps our companies engage with Fortune 1000 decision-makers, develop strategic partnerships and expand Pakistan’s footprint in this major technology market.”
International engagement is key in a fast changing world. This trip will help Pakistan’s emerging technology businesses understand enterprise expectations in the AI age, identify new demand and strengthen their competitiveness in the global digital economy.
Pak–US Tech Connect 2026 is part of the Government of Pakistan’s broader efforts to strengthen the international presence of the country’s IT and ITeS industry, accelerate its exports and position Pakistan as a competitive destination for technology services and digital innovation.
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The Pakistan Software Export Board is an apex government body under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Government of Pakistan. PSEB works to promote Pakistan’s IT and IT-enabled services industry in domestic and international markets, support the growth of technology businesses and strengthen the country’s position as a global technology services destination.
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
