GO Telecommunications Launches AI Hub in Pakistan: Strengthening Saudi-Pak Tech Ties & Global Innovation

GO Telecommunications Launches AI Hub & Talent Center in Pakistan, Expands its Global Innovation Network Connecting Saudi Arabia & Pakistan

In a significant stride for international tech collaboration, GO Telecommunications has officially launched its new AI Hub and Talent Center in Islamabad. This initiative marks a pivotal moment, strengthening the bond between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in the realms of technology and innovation.

The high-profile launch event, aptly themed “Empowering the Future: GO Bridging Innovation Between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan,” was a joint effort with Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication. It brought together influential figures from both nations, including H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki, Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, and Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication.

(Image: Dignitaries at the GO AI Hub & Talent Center launch event)

Yahya Bin Saleh Al-Mansour, CEO of GO Group, emphasized the strategic importance of this new center. He described it as “a platform that empowers Pakistani talent and businesses to tap into Saudi markets and collaboratively develop cutting-edge digital solutions for the future.” Al-Mansour also noted that this new hub complements GO’s existing Silicon Valley presence, forging a robust cross-border innovation ecosystem that spans Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and the broader global tech and AI landscape through shared research, entrepreneurial ventures, and knowledge exchange.

Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja lauded GO Telecommunications for its dedication to bolstering Pakistan’s digital economy. She highlighted that the initiative truly embodies the spirit of partnership between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, uniting vision, investment, and innovation to cultivate the future workforce and technologies.

(Image: Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja addressing the audience)

The event itself was a testament to visionary partnership, expertly moderated by journalist Sidra Iqbal and produced by Miradore, a leading experiential-events agency in Pakistan. The gathering celebrated existing strategic alliances between GO Telecom and various government and private sector entities, paving the way for even deeper cooperation in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and digital entrepreneurship. This comprehensive effort is perfectly aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s National AI Policy, signaling a bright future for digital advancement in the region.