Pakistan’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is experiencing an upward trajectory. It achieved a record $3.8 billion in exports during fiscal year 2025, representing an impressive 18 percent year-over-year growth. The milestone reflects the growing strength of Pakistan’s digital economy and its emerging role in the global technology market.
According to the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), the country’s ICT exports rose from $3.22 billion in FY 2024 to $3.8 billion in FY 2025, driven by software development, IT-enabled services, telecom solutions, and freelancing. Pakistan now ranks among the Top 5 global freelance economies, with more than 850,000 professionals contributing to digital exports. Key export destinations include the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia, where demand for Pakistani software and digital services remains strong.
Several policy initiatives and private-sector investments have strengthened the industry’s foundation:
The government aims to increase ICT exports beyond $5 billion by FY 2026. It will be done through continued investment in skills training and tax incentives for IT firms. There will be expansion into emerging technologies such as blockchain and cybersecurity. Industry leaders say this growth demonstrates that Pakistan’s digital transformation is no longer aspirational; it’s real, measurable, and accelerating.
Pakistan’s ICT success story is a testament to the fact that digital innovation and global connectivity are transforming its economic future.
📊 Infographic: “Pakistan’s ICT Exports Cross $3.8 Billion in FY 2025”
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