Lahore, Jan. 19 — Pakistan’s largest technology festival, ITCN Asia 2026, concluded at Expo Centre Lahore with an anticipated economic impact of more than $750 million. The three-day event drew over 75,000 visitors, including global tech leaders and investors, underscoring Pakistan’s growing role as a hub for innovation, outsourcing, and cross-border collaboration.
Organized by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan with Tech Destination Pakistan as presenting partner, the 27th edition featured more than 800 exhibition stalls and participation from over 3,500 global and regional brands, including Google Chromebook, Samsung, Huawei eKit, Resecurity, and Corning. The festival showcased solutions across cloud, cybersecurity, AI, fintech, health tech, edtech, and e-commerce, reflecting the depth of Pakistan’s evolving digital economy.
Global partnerships and MoUs strengthen Pakistan’s tech ecosystem
Strategic agreements highlighted the event’s role in shaping Pakistan’s technology landscape. A connectivity enhancement MoU was signed between Gilgit-Baltistan Software House Association and Premier Cables to improve regional digital infrastructure. Another agreement between China’s IBI International Group and Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan focused on technology transfer, foreign investment, and employment generation, reinforcing Pakistan’s industrial and technology ecosystem.
Cybersecurity summit highlights Pakistan’s digital resilience
A major highlight was the Global CISO Summit, led by Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, President of the Global CISO Forum, alongside Global Advisor Syed Abdul Qadir. With participation from over 50 countries and 500 senior leaders, the summit bridged global best practices with local expertise, strengthening Pakistan’s cybersecurity ecosystem and digital resilience.
Commenting on the conclusion, Umair Nizam, Group Director of Ecommerce Gateway Group, said the festival demonstrated Pakistan’s potential as a global technology powerhouse. “The scale of participation, strong international engagement, and projected $750 million impact underscore the event’s role in driving investment, creating jobs, and fueling sustainable growth,” he noted.
Why this matters now
The strong turnout and high-value deals reflect rising international confidence in Pakistan’s digital economy, positioning the country as a competitive destination for technology investment and innovation-driven partnerships.
