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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced $700 million in foreign investment for Pakistan’s IT sector at the DFDI-2025 conference. He emphasized the country’s digital potential, driven by its young population, and highlighted collaborations with companies like Huawei. Pakistan’s growing influence in the global IT landscape was also acknowledged at the event.
Ten Pakistani startups are representing the nation at Expand North Star 2025 in Dubai, showcasing innovations in fintech, AI, and healthtech, as Pakistan’s IT exports to the UAE hit $376 million amid growing investor confidence.
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Experts in Dhaka emphasized the need for digital literacy and STEM training to enhance job market readiness for young women. A study revealed barriers to technical training and skill mismatches, recommending sector-specific courses and apprenticeships to bridge gaps. Key leaders stressed the importance of fostering entrepreneurship and inclusive skill development.
Touch and Zain Omantel International sign roaming deal to reduce fees for Gulf region visitors in Lebanon, enhancing customer convenience by allowing number retention and supporting Lebanon’s telecom sector recovery.
Deloitte has expanded its Anaplan offerings to the GCC market, aiming to enhance business planning and decision-making with advanced data and analytics tools. The collaboration will help organizations streamline operations and improve forecasting capabilities, driving digital transformation and economic growth in the region.
An Algerian entrepreneur in Tokyo, Abderahmane Boucetta has launched DataInsta, a platform connecting companies with vetted AI and data experts. Founded in 2024, it enables firms to hire individuals or full teams, accelerating AI adoption across sectors through structured tools and global talent access.
Nokia and Tawal have completed a live demo of a shareable multi-tenant 5G infrastructure solution, enabling operators to share 5G platforms at lower costs. The solution, showcased at LEAP 2025, reduces equipment costs, energy consumption, and capital expenditures, supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and smart city projects.
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