In a landmark development for Pakistan’s technology sector, the country’s IT exporters have officially entered the Kuwaiti market for the first time a move hailed as a major breakthrough in expanding Pakistan’s digital footprint across the Gulf region.
A 17-member delegation representing leading Pakistani IT firms, under the banner of the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), took part in the inaugural Pakistan-Kuwait Tech Conference 2025 held in Kuwait. The two-day event was jointly organized by the Pakistani Embassy in Kuwait and the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), providing a vital platform for collaboration and partnership opportunities between the two countries.
For years, Kuwait remained an unexplored territory for Pakistan’s IT exporters, largely due to stringent visa regulations. However, with recent easing of visa restrictions for Pakistani professionals, the door has finally opened to one of the region’s most promising technology markets. Kuwait’s ICT sector, currently valued at $22.48 billion, is projected to surge to $39.83 billion by 2025, offering immense potential for growth and cooperation.
PSEB Chief Executive Officer Abu Bakar described the conference as a “gateway to long-term cooperation” in areas of technology, trade, and investment, emphasizing Pakistan’s growing capacity in innovation and digital solutions.
The delegation included major industry names such as 10Pearls, TPS Worldwide, Abacus Consulting, Systems Limited, and Digifloat all showcasing cutting-edge solutions in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, fintech, healthtech, agritech, and enterprise software.
Calling the visit a “historic milestone,” Muhammad Zohaib Khan, CEO of A2Z Creators, said Kuwait’s ambitious Vision 2035 provides Pakistani firms with a golden opportunity to contribute to the country’s ongoing digital transformation and economic diversification.
Meanwhile, PASHA Senior Vice Chairman Muhammad Umair Nizam noted that Pakistan’s IT exporters have successfully built their presence in Saudi Arabia and the UAE and Kuwait now represents the next frontier. “It’s the right time to tap into new markets as Pakistan’s global reputation in technology and defense continues to strengthen,” he remarked.
The conference also drew participation from top Kuwaiti officials, including Aseel Al-Munifi (Undersecretary, Ministry for Economic Affairs and Investment), Dr. Khaled Mohammad Al Zamel (Chairman, CITRA), Najat Hussain Ebrahim Hamad (Acting GM, CAIT), and Athbi Jaber Al-Sabah (Head of Strategy, Planning & Governance).
At present, Kuwait’s annual exports to Pakistan stand at over $2 billion, largely dominated by petroleum products, while Pakistan’s exports to Kuwait remain around $200 million. Experts believe this gap could narrow significantly with the inclusion of IT and digital services in bilateral trade.
The Pakistan-Kuwait Tech Conference 2025 is being seen as a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s IT sector opening doors to a new Gulf market and strengthening economic and technological ties between the two nations.
