Tue, 21-Oct-2025

USF instrumental in IT growth, women’s empowerment, says Shaza Fatima

USF

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja emphasized that technological advancement and national progress cannot be achieved without full gender inclusion. The role of the Universal Service Fund (USF) in promoting Pakistan’s IT industry is significant. By connecting remote areas to the digital world, USF has empowered women, startups, freelancers, and social … Read more

IT exports goes up by 39% in January: Dr Umar Saif  

IT exports

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Dr Umar Saif has said that IT exports in January witnessed an increase of 39.4 percent to $265 million compared to $190 million in the same month of the last fiscal year.

“Pakistan’s IT industry continues to grow and sets new records. IT exports in January are up by 39.4 percent to $265 million, compared to $190 million in the same month in 2023,” the minister posted on X.

Additionally, the minister disclosed that IT exports during the first seven months of the current fiscal year (July-January) reached $1.7 billion, marking a 13 percent increase from $1.5 billion in the corresponding period of the last year.

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E-Rozgar centers for freelancers will be established soon: IT Minister  

E-Rozgar

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications Dr. Umar Saif disclosed that the government would initiate a project to establish 10,000 countrywide E-Rozgar centers equipped with the latest facilities to facilitate freelancers and start-ups from January 11. This historic initiative was aimed to address the current challenge faced by approximately 1.5 million freelancers … Read more

Pakistani IT sector eyes $100M export orders at ITCN Asia: Expert

Pakistani IT sector eyes $100M export orders at ITCN Asia: Expert

The IT industry can help Pakistan alleviate the trade deficit and enhance its global reputation. He is optimistic that Pakistan can secure up to $100 million in export orders at ITCN Asia. The IT industry should be declared tax-free for a decade. Renowned IT expert and entrepreneur Noman Said, of Pakistani origin, believes that the … Read more