ISLAMABAD, May 11 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was informed on Monday that Pakistan’s information technology exports are on track to reach an unprecedented $4.5 billion to $4.6 billion during the current fiscal year. During a high-level review meeting of the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, officials highlighted a massive surge in the country’s digital infrastructure and revenue streams. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that the IT sector remains a top priority for the government, specifically focusing on bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas to leverage the potential of Pakistan’s youth.
وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی زیرِ صدارت وزارتِ انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی و ٹیلی کام کے امور پر جائزہ اجلاس
اجلاس کو ملک میں آئی ٹی کے فروغ کے حوالے سے اقدامات پر بریفنگ دی گئی۔ اجلاس کو بتایا گیا کہ اس مالی سال پاکستان سے 4.5 سے 4.6 بلین امریکی ڈالرز کی آئی ٹی برآمدات متوقع ہیں۔ مصنوعی… pic.twitter.com/DZiJhHyG7I
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) May 11, 2026
Quick Facts
- IT exports are expected to reach a record high of $4.5 billion to $4.6 billion this fiscal year.
- Domestic internet connections surged from 1.9 million in 2024 to 5.10 million in 2026.
- The recent 5G spectrum auction generated $509 million in national revenue.
- The “Indus AI Week” in February 2025 attracted 100 international delegates across 30 cities.
- Free internet hotspots in Islamabad are currently in the final stages of installation.
- Asaan Khidmat Centers are being expedited for Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
اسلام آباد : 11 مئی، 2026
وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف نے وزارت انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی و ٹیلی کام کے امور پر جائزہ اجلاس کی صدارت کی.
اجلاس سے گفتگو کرتے ہوئے وزیرِ اعظم نے کہا کہ ملک میں آئی ٹی کے شعبے کا فروغ اور آئی ٹی سے متعلق برآمدات میں اضافہ حکومت کی اولین ترجیحات میں شامل ہے.… pic.twitter.com/VBmQYpHpJq
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) May 11, 2026
The meeting detailed significant progress in connectivity, noting that fiber optic cables have already been provided to government schools and health units within the federal capital. Additionally, specialized e-learning pods are being installed in Saidpur Model Village and Fatima Jinnah Park to facilitate digital education. The Prime Minister directed provincial and district governments to collaborate closely to ensure these technological advancements reach underserved rural populations.
In his concluding remarks, PM Shehbaz emphasized that the rapid growth in the IT sector is essential for national economic stability. He noted that the successful 5G rollout and the scale of international participation in digital forums like Indus AI Week signify growing global confidence in Pakistan’s tech ecosystem. The government plans to further expedite the establishment of service centers in regional territories to streamline digital governance and support the expanding freelance and startup community.
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