Monthly IT exports crossed the $400 million mark for the first time, reaching $437 million in December 2025, according to data from the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication.
Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication, said the figures reflect rising global demand for Pakistan’s digital and technology services and highlight the growing role of the technology sector in national exports.
Official data shows IT and ICT exports rose 26 percent year-on-year, up from $348 million in December 2024, while month-on-month growth accelerated by 23 percent, underlining strong momentum in IT exports as the sector expands its international reach.
The record monthly performance has materially improved Pakistan’s export outlook for the current fiscal year. During the first half of FY2026 cumulative ICT exports reached $2.24 billion, a 20 percent increase compared with the same period last year, reinforcing the sector’s contribution to services exports and economic diversification.
Ministry officials attributed the surge to sustained international demand for software development, IT-enabled services and digital solutions delivered by Pakistani firms, noting that the growth aligns with the government’s Tech Destination Pakistan initiative to position the country as a competitive technology hub.
Industry analysts say the latest figures underscore the expanding footprint of Pakistani companies in global markets, particularly in software services, freelancing and remote digital solutions, as improved connectivity and export-focused policies make IT exports increasingly competitive.
The government expects the upward trend in IT exports to continue in the coming months as new initiatives targeting export growth, skills development and greater access to foreign markets begin to take effect.
