Seven Pakistani startups will pitch at the Citadel Davos Challenge during World Economic Forum 2026, gaining mentorship, global exposure, and access to international investors, aligned with Pakistan’s Vision 2030 and Digital Pakistan initiative.

Pakistani venture capital firm Sarmayacar expands into Saudi Arabia, aiming to connect validated Pakistani startups with local markets, support regulatory processes, and foster bilateral innovation.

Pakistani workspace startup COLABS is expanding to Saudi Arabia with a flagship site in Riyadh, marking a key step in its MENAP growth strategy and bridging innovation ecosystems between Pakistan and the Kingdom.

Aleena Nadeem, Founder and CEO of EduFi, will represent Pakistan at the Saudi Startup Expo 2025 in Riyadh, sharing insights on fintech innovation and the future of student financing.

EZ Wage receives an exclusive Investment License from Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment (MISA), enabling full foreign ownership and advancing its mission to innovate in the earned wage access (EWA) industry while supporting Vision 2030.

Pak-Saudi Startup Hub invites Pakistani startups to apply for its Riyadh-based incubation program, offering mentorship, investor access, and market entry support. Limited spots available.

COLABS has secured $2 million in pre-Series A funding, led by Shorooq Partners, fueling its expansion into Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. This marks a significant milestone for Pakistan’s startup ecosystem as investor interest resurges.