Islamabad: Pakistan’s Information Technology sector is experiencing a notable surge in growth, fueled by the initiatives and financial commitments made by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). This year alone, the government has allocated a significant investment, aiming to enhance infrastructure and support for IT enterprises across the country.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, a budget of seventy-nine billion rupees has been earmarked for the IT sector this year. Of this, nineteen billion rupees are dedicated to constructing IT parks in Islamabad and Karachi, designed to serve as hubs for technological innovation and development. Additionally, twenty-two billion rupees have been allocated to the Pakistan Software Export Board to bolster the country’s software export capabilities.
This strategic financial backing by the SIFC has led to a rapid growth in the IT sector, fostering a vibrant start-up ecosystem. These emerging companies are not only flourishing domestically but are also making their mark on the global stage, enhancing Pakistan’s reputation in the international tech community.