IT exports

As digital and IT services exports hit new highs, reliable payments emerge as the backbone of Pakistan’s global growth

Pakistan has secured a Tier One ranking in the global cybersecurity index, says Shaza Fatima

Govt focuses on development of IT sector

ICT services export remittances surged to $306 million in March

Year-on-year exports see increase of 39.47% from $190m in January 2023

Pakistan’s IT exports surged by 17%, reaching $303 million in Dec 2023 as compared to $259 million in Nov

Tech expert calls for devising integrated strategy with support of private sector

Saif also addressed the challenges faced by Pakistan's large online freelance workforce

Target for FY 2022-23 was set at $3 billion, IT ministry determined to take it up to $15 billion in three-year plan

Experts say 0.25% tax on proceeds will discourage exports, documentation

Says latest technology must be made available

Of total project cost of Rs31b, South Korea will provide 85% of financing

The production-linked incentive (PLI) plan will help India export IT goods worth 2.45 trillion rupees

Weak rupee enhances Pakistan’s competitiveness in international arena

Atif Azim believes that if provided opportunities, Pakistani youth can make it big in the technology sector

He believes 80% of IT export earnings come through remittance channel

Freelancers’ contribution totals $100m, potential to grow remains