Pakistan IT export receipts stand at over $400mn in July 2026
Pakistan’s exports of telecommunications, computer and information services surged by around 18% year-on-year to $417 million in July 2026, indicating continued strong momentum in the country’s technology-driven export earnings, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan on Tuesday. IT exports stood at $354 million in July 2025. The increase represents a rise of $63 million,…
Pakistan's telecommunications, computer, and information services exports surged by 18% year-on-year to $417 million in July 2026, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan on Tuesday. This marked an increase of $63 million compared to the previous year, highlighting the robust growth in the technology-driven export sector.
In July 2025, IT exports stood at $354 million, underscoring the sector's expanding role in Pakistan's external accounts. Annually, IT and digital services exports grew to $4.6 billion during FY2025-26, a 21% increase from $3.814 billion in FY2024-25. The sector remained the largest contributor to services exports, which reached $10.02 billion during FY2025-26, up from $8.45 billion in FY2024-25.
Transport services exported $916 million, travel $1.116 billion, and other business services $2.155 billion during the same period. The government has been actively promoting IT and digital exports through initiatives like expanding broadband connectivity, promoting freelancing and software services, and facilitating technology companies and exporters.
Dr Noman Said, CEO of SI Global Solutions, anticipates a further acceleration in the IT sector's growth due to supportive government policies aimed at boosting IT exporters and foreign exchange earnings. He encouraged stakeholders to develop an aggressive export strategy to meet the $10 billion target under the government's Uraan program by FY2028-29.
Both government support and industry efforts, including participation in international trade fairs and exhibitions, are crucial for the IT sector's expansion. Saad Shah, CEO of Hexalyze, advised IT exporters to concentrate on high-value projects in cybersecurity, machine learning, AI-driven automation, and enterprise solutions. Pakistani IT companies and freelancers should shift their focus to high-value projects in international markets to significantly enhance their capabilities and earnings.
Ibrahim Amin, Chairman of the Pakistan Freelancers Association, noted the increasing number of freelancers in Pakistan, contributing valuable foreign exchange. He advocated for government recognition of freelancers and the establishment of a fund and tax incentive program to encourage freelancers to become entrepreneurs and generate jobs.
The government's extension of the 0.25% tax rate for IT companies and freelancers further supports the sector's growth.
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