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Pakistan is set to host PIXS (Pakistan IT-enabled eXportable Services) 2026, a flagship trade and technology exhibition designed to connect the country’s IT-enabled startups with global markets. The event, co-hosted by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) and the Capital Development Authority (CDA), will take place at the Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad, on April 9, 2026.
PIXS aims to provide a platform for Pakistani startups to scale exports, form international partnerships, and showcase technological innovation. The event highlights the full spectrum of Pakistan’s digital industry, from high-growth startups and mid-tier IT firms to large-scale BPOs, SaaS exporters, and creative tech studios.
Export-ready startups in areas such as AI, Deep-Tech, Climate & Sustainability, and women-led ventures are encouraged to apply. Selected companies will gain access to global buyers and investors, participate in 60+ trade missions, and be eligible for an export acceleration grant of up to Rs 1 million. Winners will also receive sponsored participation in international trade events. The application deadline is January 25, 2026.
The expo will feature multiple thematic zones, including the Robotics & AI Pavilion, SaaS, BPO & Digital Services Arena, Startup Arena, Blockchain & Cybersecurity Hub, and PIXS Imaginarium for AR/VR, gaming, and animation. Attendees will also benefit from B2B matchmaking sessions, tech talks from global experts, and industry networking receptions.
Highlighting the significance of the event, TDAP officials noted that Pakistan has the fourth largest freelance economy globally, over 2.5 million digital professionals, and a youth population of 60%, making it a competitive force in the global digital economy. The expo will also formally unveil Islamabad’s Special Technology Zones, emphasizing the country’s growing innovation infrastructure.
PIXS 2026 is expected to reinforce Pakistan’s digital export potential, strengthen tech diplomacy, and provide a comprehensive platform for startups to gain international exposure.
