Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA), the premier representative body of Pakistan’s thriving IT industry on Monday hosted the prestigious HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards 2024.
ISLAMABAD, Sep 23 (APP): Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA), the premier representative body of Pakistan’s thriving IT industry on Monday hosted the prestigious HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards 2024. Zohaib further said that P@SHA is driving Pakistan’s digital economy forward, cultivating trust and facilitating growth within the digital landscape. By generating thousands of employment opportunities and advocating for a more efficient and transparent government, P@SHA has proven instrumental in shaping the nation’s technological future. Chairman P@SHA, extended heartfelt congratulations to the winners, recognizing their outstanding contributions. “Today, we celebrate the best of Pakistan’s IT industry, honoring, recognizing, and empowering growth, and proudly promoting the ‘Made in Pakistan’ brand.” Commenting on this, Abrar Ahmed Mir, Chief Innovation & Financial Inclusion Officer HBL, said, “HBL’s partnership with P@SHA has been a catalyst for the growth of Pakistan’s IT industry. Through collaborative efforts, we’ve not only nurtured local talent but also provided a global platform for Pakistani IT companies to showcase their capabilities. The HBL P@SHA ICT awards stand as a testament to the exceptional innovation and dedication of our industry, inspiring future generations to contribute to Pakistan’s digital revolution.” Nadeem Aslam, the Secretary General of P@SHA, expressed his gratitude to all participants for attending and reaffirmed P@SHA’s commitment to driving growth in Pakistan’s IT sector and digital economy. It is worth mentioning here that these award-winning companies have showcased exceptional talent and will now represent Pakistan on the global stage at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards in Brunei Darussalam later this year, making the nation proud with their achievements.
This esteemed event promoting “Made in Pakistan”, recognized and honored companies that have demonstrated exceptional service and innovation in Pakistan’s IT sector.
Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja was the chief guest on the occasion, while notable attendees included SIFC and government officials, diplomats, top IT industry representatives, startups, and prominent personalities.
The HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards 2024 recognized and honored the most innovative solutions in Pakistan’s IT industry, presenting 33 Gold Awards and 47 Merit Awards across various top-tier categories, including Consumer, Business Services, Inclusion & Community, and Student Innovation.
While addressing the event, Minister of State for IT & Telecom Shaza Fatima Khwaja extended her sincere thanks to P@SHA and HBL for organizing this prestigious event and for their continued efforts to promote the IT industry in Pakistan.
“The HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards highlight the creativity and excellence of our software and service companies, providing local, regional, and international visibility. These awards empower our innovators, startups, and students to showcase their talents globally, including at the Asia-Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards.”
Highlighting the role of P@SHA and the importance of the awards, the Minister said that P@SHA plays an instrumental role in shaping Pakistan’s digital future, driving innovation and progress in the IT and telecom sectors.
Recognizing and supporting the country’s software and service companies is critical for sustaining growth and positioning Pakistan on the global technology map, she added.
She said, “The HBL-P@SHA ICT Awards are vital in this mission, celebrating innovation and promoting MakeInPakistan.”
Shaza Fatima congratulated all the nominees and winners and said that their dedication and innovation are setting new standards in technology and inspiring future generations of leaders. “Together, we are building a brighter, more innovative future for Pakistan’s IT sector.”
The Minister specially informed the participants about the government’s initiatives for the IT sector.
Shaza Fatima said that Ministry of IT and Telecommunication is working for fulfilling Digital Pakistan Vision, as economy, governance and society are being digitalised.
She said that Digital transformation is vital for the development of country. Digital Pakistan Policy is paving way for taking Digital transformation to the next level.
Shaza Fatima said that IT sector has very important role in the economic uplift of the country.
She said that under the vision of the Prime Minister, robust steps are being taken for boosting Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
She said Pakistan’s IT exports surges to 3.223 billion dollars and the government is determined to take this figure to 25 billion dollars in next five years .
Speaking at the event, P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan said, “It has always been our effort to reach every forum of the government to fulfill the legitimate demands of the IT companies in the country. SIFC’s full support was received, which is the reason why IT export graphs are constantly rising and setting new records these days.”
The association’s initiatives have directly contributed to a significant and sustained surge in Pakistan’s IT exports over several quarters, reaching $3.22 billion this year and continuing to grow – a compelling indicator of the industry’s resilience and potential.