Riyadh: Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has announced that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are expanding their digital and economic partnership, with the aim of fostering innovation and investment in key technology sectors. Speaking at the LEAP 2025 technology event in Riyadh, she underscored Pakistan’s dedication to leveraging technology for economic growth.

According to Radio Pakistan, the minister highlighted that Pakistan’s IT exports have surged by 28%, reaching $1.86 billion, which underscores the sector’s robust expansion. She also described the Digital Nation Act 2025 as a transformative initiative poised to reshape Pakistan’s digital economy.

Shaza Fatima Khawaja revealed that Islamabad is set to host the Digital Foreign Direct Investment Forum, which will invite global investors to explore Pakistan’s expanding digital landscape. She emphasized Pakistan’s desire for a strong tech partnership under Saudi Vision 2030, urging Saudi investors to explore opportunities in fintech, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.