February 11, 2025 – Pakistani IT companies have been making significant strides at the LEAP 2025 conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, securing multiple investment deals and attracting international companies from various sectors. The event has become a platform for showcasing Pakistan’s burgeoning tech industry, offering IT firms opportunities to expand their footprint in the global market. According to the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA), over 100 Pakistani IT companies, represented by more than 1,000 delegates, are participating in the high-profile conference, which brings together innovators, thought leaders, and technology experts from around the world.
At LEAP 2025, Pakistani firms are displaying their latest solutions and services, engaging in strategic networking, and exploring joint ventures and investment opportunities with companies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The Pakistan pavilion at the event was inaugurated by Shaza Fatima, the State Minister for IT and Telecommunication, highlighting the importance of the event in strengthening Pakistan’s tech sector and expanding its international presence.
Muhammad Umair Nizam, Senior Vice Chairman of P@SHA, emphasized the success of Pakistani IT firms at the conference, noting that the country’s tech industry is attracting significant foreign interest. “Pakistani IT companies are attracting numerous foreign firms from various sectors at LEAP 2025,” Nizam said. “This has already resulted in multiple business deals being signed between Pakistani companies and international entities during the trade fair.”
The growing interest in Pakistani IT companies is not only a testament to their expertise and innovation but also a reflection of the country’s increasing role in the global tech ecosystem. P@SHA has highlighted that these deals are expected to contribute to the ongoing growth of Pakistan’s IT exports, which saw a 100% increase in the previous fiscal year. The positive momentum is expected to continue, with even higher export numbers predicted for the current year, fueled by the new business agreements being forged in Riyadh.
A key factor in Pakistan’s success at LEAP 2025 has been the collaborative efforts of various government bodies and industry stakeholders. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), the Ministry of IT and Telecom, the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), and P@SHA have worked together to create a favorable environment for Pakistani IT companies to explore opportunities in the Saudi Arabian market and the broader GCC region. The partnership between these organizations has played a crucial role in making the country’s presence at LEAP 2025 impactful and productive.
The event is a vital platform for Pakistani companies to showcase their technological capabilities and connect with potential investors, partners, and clients. By engaging with international firms at LEAP 2025, Pakistani IT companies are not only expanding their network but also positioning themselves to play a key role in the digital transformation of the region. As Saudi Arabia continues its Vision 2030 initiative to diversify its economy, there are growing opportunities for collaboration between Pakistani IT firms and companies in the GCC.
For Pakistani IT companies, the success at LEAP 2025 represents an important step toward gaining recognition and market share in the Middle East. It also signals the increasing relevance of Pakistan’s IT sector on the global stage, with growing export opportunities and potential for further growth.
As the Pakistani IT sector continues to build on its achievements, the country’s firms are expected to make even more significant strides in global markets, further solidifying Pakistan’s position as a rising tech powerhouse in the region. The deals secured at LEAP 2025 are just the beginning of a promising future for Pakistan’s IT industry, one that holds immense potential for growth and innovation in the years to come.