SIFC Support Drives Major Progress in Pakistan’s Digital Economy

Islamabad — With the special support of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and government-led reforms, Pakistan’s information technology sector has gained increasing international recognition and achieved the strongest financial results in the country’s history.

Record Exports, Trade Surplus and Freelancer Remittances

During fiscal year 2026, Pakistan’s IT sector played a key role in supporting the recovery of the national economy.

Remarkable Growth in Exports:

Pakistan’s IT and ICT exports increased by a significant 21 percent, reaching a record level of $4.6 billion.

Highest-Ever Services Trade Surplus:

The sector recorded a trade surplus of $3.9 billion, the highest ever achieved by Pakistan’s services sector.

Major Contribution by Freelancers:

Remittances generated by Pakistan’s talented young freelancers increased by 78 percent to reach $1.76 billion.

Promotion of National AI Policy and Technology Research

Government measures, including tax incentives, simplified procedures for opening foreign-currency accounts and the provision of digital skills training, have placed the sector on a path of accelerated growth.

National Strategy:

Under the National Artificial Intelligence Policy, the government has announced the allocation of $1 billion by 2030 to promote artificial intelligence research and sovereign computing capabilities.

In addition, the Sino-Pak Center for Artificial Intelligence in Haripur and the National Center of Artificial Intelligence at the National University of Sciences and Technology are bringing major changes to the country’s education and research sectors.

SIFC’s key initiatives are playing a crucial role in positioning Pakistan as an effective and competitive force in the global digital domain.