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More than 100 Pakistan’s IT companies have officially registered in Saudi Arabia. This marks a major step in the deepening of digital and trade relations between the two nations. The development aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Vision 2030 is an ambitious plan to diversify Saudi Arabia’s economy through innovation, digital transformation, and global partnerships.
This registration drive highlights Pakistan’s growing role in the Middle East’s emerging tech landscape. Pakistani firms in fintech, e-commerce, and software development are now part of Saudi Arabia’s evolving business ecosystem. This feat was achieved by offering advanced technology services and digital solutions tailored for regional needs.
Beyond IT: Expanding Trade Horizons
Pakistan’s Consulate General in Jeddah, through its Trade and Investment Section, has broadened its scope beyond information technology. The mission is actively promoting Pakistani exports in sectors like minerals, marble, and construction materials.
To strengthen these trade links, the consulate has organized webinars and B2B meetings to showcase Pakistan’s export potential, from Himalayan salt to decorative stones. During the Health Engineering and Minerals Show (HEMS) in Lahore, 12 Saudi buyers attended, showing clear investor interest.
Earlier this year, at the “Made in Pakistan” exhibition in Jeddah, 137 Pakistani exhibitors were introduced to Saudi importers across 29 product categories, a strong signal of deepening B2B engagement.
Meeting Saudi Standards and Market Needs
To ensure long-term success, Pakistan is equipping its exporters with market intelligence and technical guidance to meet Saudi Arabia’s regulatory and quality benchmarks. Training sessions have focused on SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization) compliance, while new sector-specific reports, including those on sports goods, textiles, and industrial fans, are helping Pakistani firms align with Saudi market requirements.
Pakistan’s Shift Toward Value-Added Exports
This strategic expansion reflects a broader policy shift: Pakistan is moving from raw material exports to high-value digital and industrial services. By embedding itself in Saudi Arabia’s digital economy, Pakistan not only strengthens trade but also builds a sustainable model for innovation-driven growth.
Vision 2030 is pushing Saudi Arabia toward a knowledge-based economy. Alongside that, Pakistan’s tech and trade collaboration could become one of the region’s most dynamic partnerships in the years ahead.
