Tech Desk 
Oct 11, 2025
While Pakistan's information technology (IT) sector has grown exponentially, I have worked in and with most of the well-established countries over the last few years, yet the door of opportunities seems to have opened somewhere else, as Pakistani IT companies recently ventured into Kuwait's new business opportunities and long-term partnerships with clients in this wealthy nation.
The initiative was part of the Pak-Kuwait Tech conference organised by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), attended by representatives from 17 prominent IT firms, including Systems Limited and 10Pearls, alongside higher-ups from Kuwait's state-owned tech departments.
At the conference, Pakistani companies showcased their service portfolios, aiming to secure multiple long-term contracts. Zeeshan Aftab, the managing director of 10Pearls, remarked, “Our key offerings include AI and machine learning solutions such as predictive analytics, chatbots, and intelligent automation.”
He emphasised the importance of cybersecurity services, noting Kuwait's focus on data protection in its financial and governmental sectors.
Aftab also reflected on Kuwait’s smart city initiatives and funding for local tech startups that are creating significant opportunities for IT services.
Muhammad Umair Nizam, the senior vice chairman of PASHA, highlighted the positive response from Kuwaiti officials and entrepreneurs, emphasising the reputation of Pakistani IT firms.
He explained that Kuwait’s diverse, growing economy and the digital transformation under Vision 2035 are the key factors that are pushing the adoption of emerging technologies.
With IT exports rising 18% year-on-year to $691 million, Pakistani companies seem eager to position themselves as innovative and cost-effective partners in the region.
