In a bold move to supercharge Pakistan’s tech-driven export economy, the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P\@SHA) and sAi Venture Capital have entered into a strategic partnership to mobilize $100 million for high-growth B2B technology companies. The alliance aims to unlock capital, scale global operations, and reshape Pakistan’s position in the international digital economy.
This collaboration marks a powerful union between Pakistan’s leading IT trade body and one of its most prominent venture capital firms. It is laser-focused on identifying and accelerating high-potential players in the IT and IT-enabled Services (ITeS) sector—an industry that is increasingly seen as a cornerstone for sustainable export growth.
Sajjad Mustafa Syed, Chairman of P\@SHA, underscored the strategic importance of the initiative, saying, “This agreement is a significant step in that direction.” He added, “The sector needs more than just capital, but intelligent capital that can provide governance, investor alignment, and strategic guidance.”
The partnership goes beyond funding. sAi Venture Capital will also join P\@SHA’s Government Relations and Policy Committee, allowing it to help shape regulatory reforms that make Pakistan’s tech ecosystem more investor-friendly and globally competitive.
“The collaboration will help scale the progress made in the past two years, providing the kind of structured capital that aligns with global markets and supports long-term growth,” said Ahsan Jamil, Managing General Partner at sAi Venture Capital. “We believe disciplined governance is key to enabling Pakistani tech firms to become trusted partners for enterprise clients worldwide.”
With projections for Pakistan’s tech exports exceeding \$3.5 billion in FY25—driven by demand for software, AI, and enterprise solutions—this partnership could be a turning point.
Muhammad Umair Nizam, Senior Vice Chairman of P\@SHA, added, “This is not just about capital, but about building the necessary financial and policy infrastructure to reshape Pakistan’s position in the global digital economy.”
As Pakistan shifts from consumption-led growth to value-driven exports, this initiative is set to play a pivotal role in defining the country’s future in the tech world.
