In a first, Pakistani companies participate in Tech Week Singapore

KARACHI: Pakistani companies exporting IT and IT-enabled services participated in Tech Week Singapore for the first time under the banner of ‘TechDestination Pakistan’.

Senior Vice Chairman of P@SHA Muhammad Umair Nizam talked about the importance of Singapore as a key market for Pakistan’s IT exports. “This is our first participation in [Tech Week Singapore], and we see tremendous potential for collaboration. We aim to have an even larger presence in future editions,” he said. The two-day event ran from October 9 to October 10.

Singapore’s strategic role as a global technology hub makes it an important destination for Pakistani IT companies seeking to expand their global footprint, driving Pakistan’s ambition to become a leading tech exporter.

Prominent companies, including Hexalyze, Alethia-AI, Synapsify, Zeki Expert Solution, and Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, displayed their innovative solutions at the event, engaging with potential buyers and partners from across the region.

CEO Hexalyze Saad Shah said that Pakistan’s IT companies are now actively exploring new markets in different markets, mainly the ASEAN region through Singapore to enhance the exports in terms of values and volume at an accelerated rate.

He mentioned that Singapore was not focused on Pakistani companies previously due to their market concentration in the US. However, Pakistani companies are increasing their presence in Singapore by establishing offices there and participating in tech events. Pakistani companies with their expertise in different fields of ICT will attract a good number of clients and business orders this year.

High Commissioner of Pakistan in Singapore Rabia Shafiq visited the pavilion, offering support and encouraging the companies' efforts.Tech Week Singapore is a renowned tech event across the world with the participation of more than 500 international exhibitors.