Day one of Expand North Star 2025 was buzzing at the Ignite Pavilion as Pakistan’s brightest startups presented AI-driven solutions and next-generation technologies to an international audience. The pavilion offered a vivid display of entrepreneurship, where founders and developers met investors, partners and global innovators to explore commercial opportunities and collaborations.
Startups on the floor demonstrated applications ranging from machine learning platforms to advanced hardware prototypes, underlining how Pakistani teams are turning local ideas into global products. The Ignite Pavilion has become a focal point for conversations on scaling tech ventures and exporting homegrown innovation, with clear emphasis on practical use cases and market-ready offerings.
Ignite, operating under the Ministry of IT & Telecom, continued to push the agenda of a truly Digital Pakistan by supporting participating companies through mentorship and visibility. Government backing and private-sector engagement at the pavilion reinforced efforts to attract foreign partners and investment while showcasing Pakistan’s evolving tech ecosystem.
Visitors to Stand B180 in Hall 8 at Dubai Harbour between 12 and 15 October 2025 experienced a dynamic programme of demos and networking, highlighting how the Ignite Pavilion is helping Pakistani entrepreneurs make their mark on the world stage and build lasting international ties.
