Karachi, Pakistan – August 29, 2025 – Pakistan’s growing influence in the global digital economy was powerfully showcased last week as the World CIO Summit & Awards 2025 – Pakistan Edition concluded with great success in Karachi. Hosted by ITCN Asia under the visionary leadership of Muhammad Umair Nizam , the landmark event brought together more than 1,000 technology leaders from across Pakistan and around the globe.
As the 49th stop on the global CIO Roadshow , which spans over 50 countries, the Pakistan edition took place just ahead of the UAE event and the Grand Finale in Egypt—firmly placing Pakistan on the international digital map.
The summit welcomed international Guests of Honor including:
Adnan Rafique Ahmed (CEO, Saudi Arabia).Amjid Khan (Technology Leader, Oman), Muhammad Irfan (Executive, Dubai).Their exclusive participation highlighted Pakistan’s rising stature as a regional hub for digital innovation.
Centered around the theme Dawn of a New Decade, the summit brought together CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CDOs, and tech pioneers to explore future-forward trends, exchange strategic insights, and lead the charge in enterprise transformation.
A key force behind the event’s success was Syed Abdul Qadir, PMP, CISA, ISO LA, Country Ambassador of the Global CIO Forum for Pakistan. His strategic vision and flawless execution elevated the summit to world-class standards, setting a new benchmark for tech events in Pakistan.
Adding flair and energy to the proceedings were celebrated hosts Dino Ali and Sharleen Ansari, who served as Masters of Ceremony.
The event’s highlight was the CIO 200 Awards , recognizing Pakistan’s most impactful digital leaders for their role in innovation, transformation, and tech excellence. Honorees included:
Adnan Rafique Ahmed, M. Irfan Ali, Abdul Basit Qureshi, Farhan Ahmed, Syed Muneer Bakht, Faryal Khan, Najam Khan, Humayun Farooq, Muhammad Arshi Wasique, Mehwish Salman Ali, Zaeem Saeed, Junaid Khan, Abeer Saleem, Zahid Khurshid, Faisal Khan, Awais Ahmad Chaudhry, Iftikhar Arif, Shaukat Ali Khan, and Qasim Nadeem.
These awards celebrated the exceptional talent and leadership shaping Pakistan’s digital future.
Delegates praised the summit for its vibrant atmosphere, powerful networking opportunities, and thought-provoking content. The event was more than just a conference—it marked Pakistan’s confident step onto the global digital stage .
From insightful discussions to strategic collaborations, every moment of the summit reflected the country’s growing determination to lead in digital transformation and create tech-driven opportunities that resonate on a global scale.
