DALLAS, United States: Pakistan’s information technology exports have recorded average annual growth of approximately 21% over the past four years, reaching around $435 million in September 2026, according to Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) CEO Faisal Jeddy.
Speaking at the Pak–U.S. Tech Connect 2026 conference in Dallas, Texas, Jeddy said the United States accounted for approximately 57% of Pakistan’s IT exports, highlighting its importance as the country’s largest technology export market.
He said Pakistan produces around 70,000 IT and computer science graduates annually, supporting the development of expertise in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, financial technology and enterprise solutions.
Strengthening Pakistan-US Technology Partnerships
Jeddy urged Pakistani-American professionals to facilitate corporate connections and commercial partnerships between technology companies in both countries.
He said PSEB would continue supporting investors and addressing operational challenges in coordination with relevant institutions, including the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).
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Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, highlighted the country’s growing technology potential and its young workforce.
He noted that approximately 60–65% of Pakistan’s population is under 30, providing opportunities for developing a competitive digital economy.
The ambassador encouraged overseas Pakistanis to strengthen business connections and promote the country as a reliable technology partner.
Investment Opportunities
The 2026 Pak–U.S. Tech Connect series features approximately 13–14 established Pakistani technology companies seeking commercially meaningful partnerships with American businesses.
The Dallas conference brought together Pakistani technology firms, US corporate executives, investors and members of the Pakistani-American community.
Participants attended company presentations and business-to-business meetings focused on investment, technology services and strategic cooperation.
The conference was organised in collaboration with Pakistan’s diplomatic missions in the United States, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, PSEB and OPEN Global.
