Pakistan's startup ecosystem has been ranked fourth fastest growing in Asia Pacific for 2026, with NSTP contributing over 9,000 jobs and PKR 20 billion in startup funding.

National Science and Technology Park has extended applications for its DEFTECH Incubation Program to 10 September 2026, inviting defence and dual use technology startups to apply.

NSTP has opened applications for its DEFTECH Incubation Program, in collaboration with The AKD Group UK, for startups in defence and dual-use technology.

NSTP hosted investor Christy Wang and startup coach Shumaisa Rehman for a pitch round with Cube 8 startups Neosyss and Brainstorm Robotics.

A 25-member HEC-NAHE delegation of vice chancellors and senior officials visited National Science and Technology Park at NUST on August 18 to explore its entrepreneurship ecosystem.

NUST Pro-Rector Dr Rizwan Riaz met with OPEN Global President Tariq Khan to explore collaboration and global linkages for Pakistan's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Flymate CEO Kanda Lu visited NUST from August 12 to 15 to explore the university's research capabilities and engage with NSTP defense technology companies.

OfficeFlowAi, founded by Mydah Nasir and Alina Nasir, has built an AI powered office management system with over 70 agents spanning HR, finance, and operations.

Major General Muhammad Ali Khan, Pro Rector Planning and Resources at NUST, visited the National Science and Technology Park where Director Amer Sheikh briefed him on the incubation and research initiatives underway at the facility.

Kodifly hosted its first Founders Sync at its NSTP office, bringing together founders, engineers, and builders for open discussions on AI, fundraising, hiring, and product building.