AI-powered economic competitiveness urged

Businessmen call for rapid adoption in governance, industry, social progress

ISLAMABAD:

Artificial intelligence is no longer merely a technological milestone but a strategic national priority that will determine Pakistan's economic competitiveness, digital sovereignty, and social progress in the coming decades.

This was stated by Sardar Tahir Mehmood, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI), while addressing the closing ceremony of the Pakistan AI Summit 2025, organised in collaboration with the CXO Global Forum.

He said the high level of engagement from experts, panellists, and participants throughout the day reflected a strong collective belief in Pakistan's capacity to emerge as a regional and global technology leader. "This summit marks a decisive step towards readying Pakistan for the age of artificial intelligence," he remarked.

Reiterating ICCI's commitment to national digital advancement, Mehmood emphasised that the chamber will continue to champion innovation, strengthen digital infrastructure, and promote rapid AI adoption across industry, government, and social sector. He said ICCI would also work closely with policymakers, private-sector leaders, academia, and international development partners to convert the summit's insights into actionable strategies and measurable outcomes.