The Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications, Dr. Umar Saif, was the Chief Guest at the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards-23, which honored innovation and excellence. Dr. Saif underlined the role that the information and communication technology (ICT) industry plays in supporting the national economy. He encouraged IT businesses to repatriate their reserves to Pakistan and vowed that the government would provide the facilities that were required.
He expressed his gratitude to HBL and the Pakistan IT Industry Association (P@SHA) for their hard work in putting together this esteemed occasion. Additionally, Dr. Saif discussed a number of current projects, including digital payment methods, startup financing, co-working spaces for independent contractors, and spectrum auctions. He pledged tight cooperation with P@SHA and other stakeholders to advance the industry in order to improve Pakistan’s standing online.
The P@SHA Chairman, Mr. Mohammad Zohaib Khan, emphasized the history of the P@SHA ICT Awards in recognizing technological accomplishments. A new award was unveiled this year, signifying the ever-evolving landscape of innovation and technology. The event highlighted 727 nominations, 34 Gold Awards, and 40 Merit Awards, all of which demonstrated the noteworthy advancements made in Pakistan’s ICT sector. An 82-judge panel ensured an impartial examination process.
The HBL P@SHA ICT Awards honored Pakistani inventors in the field of information and communications technologies for their brilliance, inventiveness, and inventiveness. To commemorate the accomplishments in the ICT sector, tech enthusiasts, business executives, and inventors gathered for the celebration.
The renowned artist Asim Azhar’s performance enhanced the occasion even more. The attendees enjoyed a wonderful gala meal that encouraged networking and collaboration within the tech community. The HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2023 showcased the finest in business and encouraged further innovation and excellence by celebrating the potential and talent in Pakistan’s tech sector.
