Pakistan Strengthens Position as South Asian Hub for AI Training and IT Workforce Development

Karachi, Pakistan - January 10, 2026

Pakistan is emerging as a significant contributor to IT upskilling and AI empowerment in South Asia, with global firms choosing the country as a launchpad for advanced training programs. The latest cohort of Samsung Innovation Campus in Pakistan exemplifies this momentum, offering free, industry‐oriented AI education to local youth while aligning with global technology standards.

Background

Pakistan has launched multiple national initiatives such as Digital Pakistan and specialized technology zones to expand digital skills, innovation, and entrepreneurship across the country. In parallel, international and local partners are investing in structured AI training, positioning Pakistan as a capable future hub for AI development in the wider South Asian region.

Samsung Innovation Campus in Pakistan

Samsung Innovation Campus is running a free multi‐month AI training course in Pakistan (https://www.instagram.com/p/DS-Lq_ykv8F/?img_index=1), combining online and offline learning to improve youth employability and practical technology skills. The program includes AI theory, machine and deep learning, mathematics fundamentals, and hands‐on projects, with successful participants receiving an official certificate from Samsung Innovation Campus.

Focus on Youth Upskilling

The course targets Pakistani nationals, especially university students and early‐career professionals, and provides them with mentorship and career facilitation support to bridge the gap between education and industry. By removing tuition costs and supplying learning materials for free, the initiative broadens access to advanced AI training for talented youth across major cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad (https://www.samsung.com/pk/).

Regional and Global Impact

Pakistan's growing portfolio of AI institutes and university programs, combined with corporate initiatives like Samsung Innovation Campus, supports broader adoption of AI in sectors ranging from public services to smart agriculture and disaster management. These efforts are quietly strengthening Pakistan's reputation as a reliable source of AI talent, contributing to regional innovation while integrating the country more deeply into global technology value chains (https://digitalpakistan.gov.pk).

Looking Ahead

Continued collaboration between multinational technology companies, local universities, and government bodies is expected to scale similar programs, deepening Pakistan's role in shaping responsible AI development in South Asia. As more cohorts graduate from initiatives like Samsung Innovation Campus, Pakistan's skilled workforce is likely to become increasingly visible to international employers and innovation ecosystems worldwide.

For more information about Samsung Innovation Campus Pakistan, visit www.samsung.com/pk or contact mediarelations@techsouth.asia

Tech Innovation South Asia
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Tech Innovation South Asia is a regional media and research organization focused on technology adoption, digital transformation, and innovation ecosystems across South Asia. The organization monitors and reports on emerging technology trends, workforce development initiatives, and public-private partnerships that are shaping the future of the digital economy in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and neighboring countries. With expertise in AI, machine learning, and IT education policy, Tech Innovation South Asia provides analysis and insights to help stakeholders understand the evolving technology landscape in one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly developing regions.

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