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Pakistan Budget 2026-27: IT Tax Exemption Extended, But Is It Enough?
The federal government has officially revealed the FY Budget 2026-27. For the tech sector, the biggest headline today is the extension of the income tax…
Sajjad Syed Reinstated As P@SHA Chairman Following Internal Dispute
The Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) is facing a major leadership crisis. However, the government has quickly stepped in to restore order. Just yesterday, on…
First National Skill Competency Test for IT Graduates Concludes With 81% Attendance
Pakistan produces a massive number of ICT graduates annually. However, a severe disconnect exists between academic training and actual industry demands. The Minister for Information…
Pakistan Secures Bid to Host ASOCIO Digital Summit in November 2026
Pakistan has officially won the bid to host the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO) Digital Summit in November 2026. The confirmation came after former P@SHA…
Pathfinder CITADEL’s Startup Challenge Offers Routes to World Economic Forum 2026 Stage
In a landmark move to propel the country’s tech ecosystem onto the global stage, up to eight Pakistani startups will be selected to pitch at…
AI Adoption Reduces Hiring in Pakistan’s IT Sector
The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Pakistan’s IT industry is reshaping employment dynamics, leading to both opportunities and challenges. A recent report by…
Pakistan IT Exports Hit Record $354 Million in July
Pakistan IT exports climbed to an all-time high of $354 million in July, showing a 24 percent year-on-year rise and a 5 percent month-on-month increase,…
Pakistan’s IT Exports See First Dip After 19 Months
Pakistan’s booming IT export sector has finally hit a speed bump. In May 2025, the country recorded monthly IT exports worth US$ 329 million, reflecting…
Cashless Economy Vision Threatened By New Budget
Islamabad, June 11, 2025: Pakistan’s federal budget was unveiled yesterday, imposing new taxes on digital transactions and e-commerce. It sparked concern among industry leaders, investors,…
Pakistan’s IT Sector at Risk Under Budget 2025, Says P@SHA
The Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) has expressed deep concerns over the federal government’s Budget 2025-26, stating that it may be remembered not for its…
Experts Cautions Government Not To Impose More Tax On Freelancers
The Pakistani government is considering increasing the burden on freelancers and digital content creators. Experts caution the government against imposing new taxes on freelancers and…
P@SHA-ADB Strategic Alliance to Advance Pakistan’s Digital Transformation
ISLAMABAD: In a landmark move poised to catalyze Pakistan’s digital transformation, the Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT & ITES (P@SHA) has entered into a…
P@SHA Seeks Clarity for IT Sector in Next Budget
The Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) is seeking clear tax regulations for the IT and IT-enabled Services (ITeS) sector in the Federal Budget 2025-26. As…
