The Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) and SI Global Solutions have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen Pakistan’s rapidly growing freelancing ecosystem through structured collaboration.
The partnership will focus on training workshops, mentorship programmes, industry linkages, and awareness campaigns aimed at positioning freelancing as a sustainable and scalable career path. The initiative seeks to equip freelancers with the skills and support needed to compete more effectively in global markets.
PAFLA Chairperson Ibrahim Amin highlighted the country’s untapped talent pool, particularly among youth, emphasizing the need for capacity building and structured guidance. He noted that Pakistani freelancers generated over $500 million in foreign exchange in the first half of the current fiscal year, with projections expected to surpass $1 billion by year-end.
With an estimated 2.37 million freelancers in the country, according to the Asian Development Bank, the sector is becoming an increasingly important contributor to Pakistan’s digital economy.
Through joint initiatives, both organizations aim to create knowledge-sharing platforms and strengthen the overall ecosystem, enabling freelancers to access better opportunities, improve skills, and drive long-term economic impact.
