Islamabad Jan 28 (ABC):A Chinese technology delegation has shown keen interest in forming long-term partnerships and investing in Pakistan’s information technology sector, pointing to the country’s growing digital ecosystem and skilled workforce.
The two-member delegation from the Leviathan Group, which focuses on big data centers, smart technologies and advanced digital solutions, shared its plans during a meeting with Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja, according to an official statement.
The delegation included Mingqian Sun, chief executive officer of Leviathan Technologies, and Dinglin Mei, senior representative of the group. The meeting was also attended by Zeeshan Qureshi, chief operating officer of Capital Smart Innovations, and Khalid Taimur Akram, adviser to the chairman of HRL Group.
During the discussion, Sun briefed the minister on the company’s expertise and explored opportunities for collaboration, technology transfer and potential investment in Pakistan’s IT sector.
Minister Khawaja welcomed the delegation and underscored the government’s commitment to attracting foreign investment, expanding digital infrastructure and creating a supportive environment for international technology firms.
She highlighted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Nation Pakistan initiative, which aims to transform the country into a regional hub for IT services, innovation and digital development.
The Chinese delegation appreciated Pakistan’s policy direction and reaffirmed its interest in continued engagement with local stakeholders to explore joint projects. Both sides agreed to stay in close coordination and identify practical areas of cooperation in the near future to further strengthen Pakistan-China technological and economic ties.