The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), in partnership with the Pakistan Digital Authority, will host the Pakistan FinTech Summit (PFS) on August 18–19, 2026, marking the first international expansion of the Dubai FinTech Summit platform.
The event will bring together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, technology firms, investors and startups to discuss the development of Pakistan’s digital finance sector and broader financial innovation landscape.
DIFC Authority Chief Executive Officer Arif Amiri said the decision to expand the summit to Pakistan reflects growing engagement between the UAE and Pakistan in financial technology and digital finance.
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said Pakistan is working to strengthen its fintech ecosystem through regulatory reforms, digital infrastructure development and cross-border partnerships.
The summit is being positioned as part of Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda, with officials describing financial technology as a key component of economic infrastructure rather than a standalone sector.
Pakistan’s fintech sector has seen increased activity in recent years. According to figures shared by the organisers, fintech funding reached $52.5 million in the first half of 2025, while 450 fintech companies had raised a combined $391 million in venture capital by late November 2025.
Despite growth, challenges remain, including infrastructure constraints and a heavy reliance on cash transactions. Industry stakeholders say fintech firms can help expand access to digital financial services, particularly in underserved and rural areas.
The summit is expected to include discussions between regulators from Pakistan and the UAE, as well as potential investment announcements and partnership agreements.
Further details about participating organisations and the programme are expected to be announced closer to the event.
