ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently met with Jerome Kapelus, CEO of Afiniti, a leading American IT company, to discuss investment prospects in Pakistan’s IT sector. During the meeting, PM Shehbaz emphasized the country’s skilled workforce, proposing the establishment of a world-class call center to serve both local and international clients.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed his commitment to equipping the youth with skills in IT and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). He highlighted the government’s target of achieving $25 billion in IT exports, facilitated through support programs for the industry.
Afiniti’s CEO expressed confidence in Pakistan as an ideal destination for IT investment, citing the competence of its professionals, over 1,000 of whom are already employed by the company. He praised the immense potential of Pakistan’s workforce in driving growth in the sector.
Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja and senior officials also attended the meeting, reinforcing the government’s dedication to fostering partnerships and advancing Pakistan’s position in the global IT market.
