A major international opportunity has opened up for investment-ready Pakistani startups as the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) announced the latest edition of its flagship initiative, DealZone, set to take place during COMEX Oman 2025. The event, scheduled from 7–10 September 2025 at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre, will connect high-potential startups with a powerful network of investors, venture capitalists, and digital enablers from across the region.
DealZone has established itself as a prominent platform for startups to secure global exposure and funding opportunities. By bringing together innovation-driven founders and international investors, the initiative aims to accelerate digital entrepreneurship across member countries and beyond. This year, Pakistani startups are being actively encouraged to participate, showcasing their solutions on a stage that attracts industry leaders and investment heavyweights from multiple regions.
The sectors highlighted for this edition include Fintech, Health Tech, Agritech, EdTech, Cybersecurity, Gaming, and several other fast-growing technology verticals. Startups working within these industries have the chance to demonstrate their products and services to a curated audience of regional investors who are actively scouting for promising ventures to support.
Participation in DealZone at COMEX Oman is self-funded, ensuring that startups take ownership of their presence while gaining access to one of the largest gatherings of technology innovators in the Middle East. While self-funding poses a challenge for some, the exposure and potential investment opportunities make this a high-value initiative for founders seeking international expansion and funding pathways.
Startups must submit their applications by the deadline of 21 July 2025 through the official registration form available at this link. The process is designed to identify ambitious, investment-ready teams that can represent their countries on a global stage.
NIC Karachi has extended its support to Pakistani founders planning to apply. The team encourages eligible startups to seize this opportunity and has offered guidance to ensure participants are prepared to make the most of the event. With growing momentum in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, the chance to pitch at DealZone aligns with national efforts to showcase the country’s digital talent and entrepreneurial spirit at international platforms.
Sehrish Riaz, representing NIC Karachi, expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity, highlighting its potential to accelerate global recognition for local innovators. She urged startups to approach the application process with confidence and to view COMEX Oman as not just an event, but a launchpad for broader regional and global engagement.
By joining DealZone, Pakistani startups will gain more than investor connections. The event offers insights into emerging market trends, networking with technology leaders, and opportunities to form partnerships that can drive future growth. With the Middle East and North Africa region increasingly investing in digital transformation, the timing of COMEX Oman 2025 could not be more favorable for startups looking to expand their footprint.
For Pakistani startups eager to showcase their innovation and secure growth capital, DealZone represents an unparalleled chance to step onto the global stage. Applications are now open, and with the deadline approaching quickly, the message is clear: act now to be part of this transformative opportunity.
