Pak–US Tech Connect 2026 takes Pakistan’s leading technology companies to US market

ISLAMABAD: Through Pak–US Tech Connect 2026, Pakistan is showcasing a cohort of leading technology companies to the US market, highlighting their capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI), enterprise solutions and other technology services.

Led by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), the four-city roadshow includes engagements in Silicon Valley on October 16, Dallas on October 19, Washington, D.C., on October 21, and Chicago on October 23, 2026.

The initiative reflects Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s vision of strengthening economic ties with the United States by facilitating direct business-to-business engagement between Pakistani technology companies and chief information officers (CIOs), chief technology officers (CTOs) and other senior decision-makers at Fortune 1000 enterprises.

The delegation comprises Pakistani technology companies with expertise in artificial intelligence, enterprise software, cloud computing, fintech, cybersecurity, healthcare technology, data engineering and customer experience management.

The 16 participating companies are Systems Limited, 10Pearls, NETSOL Technologies, IBEX Global Solutions, Techlogix Pakistan, Arbisoft, Folio3 Software, CureMD Healthcare, Tkxel, Strategic Systems International (SSI), Emumba, Abacus, TMC, Nextbridge, Excellence Delivered (ExD) and Addo AI.

Two emerging startups, Swich and Heyeve.ai, are also participating, representing Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. Swich is a fintech company offering a Web3-based merchant financial operating system, while Heyeve.ai specialises in immersive, AI-powered legal training.

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said: “Pakistani tech companies have adapted to the AI age faster than other countries while being extremely competitive in cost and with much lower engineer attrition rate than peer nations. I am very happy that Pak-US Tech Connect will allow Pakistani tech companies to showcase their globally unique value proposition and their cutting edge AI products and services to enterprise clients in the US.”

Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said: “The United States is an important market for Pakistan’s technology industry, offering strong potential for mutually beneficial partnerships. Pak–US Tech Connect helps Pakistani companies build lasting relationships with American businesses and open new opportunities for trade, investment and innovation.”

Faisal Jeddy, Chief Executive Officer of the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), said: “The United States is one of Pakistan’s top export markets for IT, accounting for over 50% of the country’s annual technology exports. Pak–US Tech Connect helps our companies engage with Fortune 1000 decision-makers, develop strategic partnerships and expand Pakistan’s footprint in this major technology market.”

The roadshow is designed to help Pakistani technology companies better understand the evolving needs of US enterprises, identify new business opportunities and strengthen their competitiveness in the global digital economy. Direct engagement with potential clients and partners can also help participating companies build commercial relationships and explore opportunities for long-term collaboration.

Pak–US Tech Connect 2026 forms part of the Government of Pakistan’s broader efforts to expand the international presence of the country’s information technology and IT-enabled services (ITeS) industry, accelerate exports and position Pakistan as a competitive destination for technology services and digital innovation.

About the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB)

The Pakistan Software Export Board is an apex government body operating under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, Government of Pakistan. PSEB works to promote Pakistan’s IT and IT-enabled services industry in domestic and international markets, support the growth of technology businesses and strengthen the country’s position as a global technology services destination.