Pakistan is preparing to launch Quantum Valley Pakistan, an ecosystem connecting startups with AI, quantum computing, and global partners like Plug and Play and MIT.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed SMEDA to formulate a comprehensive strategy for financial assistance to SMEs, focusing on capacity building and global market access.
Pakistan's Finance Bill 2026 has introduced two key reforms for the startup and venture capital ecosystem, including pass-through tax treatment for venture capital funds and the removal of withholding tax barriers on startup payments, reducing friction and encouraging domestic and international investment.
Iqra University IU CORE has held the orientation for SkillUp Freelance Program Batch IV, welcoming new participants with guidance from programme head Umair Ahmed Khan and motivational success stories from SkillUp alumni.
Youth Innovation Challenge 2026 under Prime Minister’s Youth Programme invites applications from students, startups, and individuals across Pakistan. Cash prizes up to PKR 1 million offered with deadline 10 May 2026 across multiple innovation sectors.
Ignite – National Technology Fund invites Pakistani startups to apply for Pakistan–China ICT B2B Forum 2026 in Hangzhou on 24 May. The forum offers B2B meetings, investment opportunities, and collaboration in AI, fintech, cloud computing, cybersecurity, e-commerce, gaming and animation.
Pakistan is preparing to launch Quantum Valley Pakistan, an ecosystem connecting startups with AI, quantum computing, and global partners like Plug and Play and MIT.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed SMEDA to formulate a comprehensive strategy for financial assistance to SMEs, focusing on capacity building and global market access.
Sindh Enterprise Incubation Center's Final Pitching Round opened with a Day 1 panel including Startup Syndicate Co-Founder Urooj Zia and IBA faculty evaluating founder pitches.
NIC Faisalabad's Investor Readiness Workshop with Accelerate Prosperity Consultant Bilal Farooq Khan helps founders prepare for due diligence and investor engagement.