Pakistan is set to host the World CIO 200 Summit & Awards 2026 on September 12, bringing together over 800 technology executives and cybersecurity professionals, as well as more than 100 senior Pakistani tech leaders from abroad.

This Karachi edition is part of a global roadshow connecting leaders across 60+ countries, emphasizing Pakistan’s growing role in regional tech discussions.

Organized by ITCN Asia and powered by the Global CIO Forum, the summit will focus on enterprise technology, AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and organizational resilience. It will be inaugurated by Dr. Erdal Ozkaya and Zarrar Hasham Khan.

The event aims to enhance collaboration between local and international technology communities and features prominent speakers from various sectors, including banking and cybersecurity. It will also highlight Karachi’s strategic position as a technology hub in South Asia, enhancing connectivity amid Pakistan’s expanding tech ecosystem across sectors such as fintech and AI.