GUJRANWALA - PostEx said on Monday that it signed a partnership with a global technology firm, a move analysts say could reshape the country's software exports sector.
Employees will be offered training through a partnership with Habib University, the company said, with a focus on cloud engineering, data analysis and product management.
Not everyone is convinced. Critics point to a shortage of skilled engineers, unreliable power supply and a tax regime that changes almost every budget cycle as reasons for caution.
What users should expect
The challenge now is execution. Previous attempts to build large-scale technology infrastructure in the country have stalled because of financing gaps and bureaucratic delays.
"This is the biggest shift we have seen in renewable energy in a decade, and Pakistan is finally part of the conversation."
Bilal Khan, senior analyst at Easypaisa
Industry observers say the timing is significant. Pakistan's agritech sector grew 8% last year, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, even as venture funding across South Asia slowed sharply.
What users should expect
The broader picture is one of steady growth. Internet penetration now exceeds 35% of the population, and mobile broadband subscriptions have more than doubled since 2021.
Key points
- Rollout begins in Hyderabad and Sialkot before expanding nationwide
- Funding round values the company at about $25 million
- Competitors including TPL Trakker are expected to respond within months
- Partnership with NED University to train local engineers
Several competitors have made similar bets. Jazz expanded into Peshawar earlier this year, while Salesforce has been quietly hiring engineers in Lahore and Islamabad.
For consumers, the immediate impact is likely to be modest. Prices are expected to stay flat until at least December, and the new features will roll out gradually across the country.
Reporting by the WritePures newsroom. Have a tip? Contact our editors.
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