Pakistan’s IT exports to UAE jump 42% amid growing tech ties

IT exports from Pakistan to the UAE rose 42% to $536 million in FY2025-26, up from $376 million in FY2024-25, according to Mettis Global. The rise underlines expanding cooperation in technology and digital services between the two countries.

Pakistan is also showcasing its AI and emerging technology capabilities at AI Everything Global 2026, which, according to APP, features over 500 exhibitors together with 150 investors from 70 nations. The Pakistan Pavilion, set up under the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), presents five domestic technology firms offering AI data intelligence, surveillance, sales and sovereign AI solutions. Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan, Pakistan's envoy to the UAE, inaugurated the pavilion and urged stronger Pakistani representation in the fast-changing global AI sector.

He also called for investment in AI talent and for training young people in artificial intelligence, programming and digital capabilities so Pakistan can build a future-ready workforce. The Commercial Section of the diplomatic mission, led by Ali Zeb Khan, is facilitating participation alongside PSEB and the Ministry of IT and Telecom, while delegates hold talks on joint projects and digital transformation.