Pakistan-U.S. tech investment conference held in New York

Consul general emphasizes Pakistan’s commitment to technology-led economic growth

By Staff Writer Last updated Jul 12, 2025

Special Correspondent

NEW YORK: In a major push to strengthen cross-border innovation and economic ties, the Pakistan-U.S. Tech Investment Conference 2025 was held at the Kimmel Center at New York University.

The event, organized by the Consulate General of Pakistan in New York in collaboration with TechDestination Pakistan and OPEN Global, brought together tech leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from both countries to explore collaboration opportunities and promote Pakistan’s growing digital economy.

More than 25 leading Pakistani tech companies participated in the day-long conference, showcasing cutting-edge solutions in sectors such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Health-tech, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Data Analytics. Company representatives delivered high-impact presentations, demonstrating products ranging from AI platforms and health-tech devices to blockchain applications and enterprise software.

In his opening remarks, Consul General Aamer Ahmed Atozai emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to technology-led economic growth and its emergence as an attractive global outsourcing destination. He highlighted the country’s young, skilled workforce and growing innovation footprint, and reaffirmed the Consulate’s support in building lasting business partnerships.

Leaders from the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) and the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) also addressed the audience, detailing Pakistan’s digital transformation roadmap and international outreach initiatives.

The conference featured panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking sessions that brought together Pakistani-American entrepreneurs and U.S.-based venture capitalists, tech executives, and ecosystem builders. These engagements were designed to facilitate knowledge exchange, investment matchmaking, and strategic cooperation.

Organizers hailed the event as a major milestone in elevating Pakistan-U.S. technology relations and positioning Pakistan as a competitive player in the global digital economy.