SECP’s ‘Startup Summit’ kicks off next week in Karachi

KARACHI: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) held a press conference on Thursday to discuss the upcoming Pakistan Startup Summit. Scheduled for November 11-12, 2024, at a local hotel, the summit is set to be a pivotal event for Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The summit will bring together leaders, investors and entrepreneurs to strengthen Pakistan’s startup landscape, with a focus on innovation, regulatory advancement and sector-specific opportunities.

Designed to cultivate innovation and collaboration, the summit provides a platform for stakeholders to explore advanced solutions, examine the latest regulatory changes, and tackle pressing challenges and opportunities in key sectors like finance, technology, education and logistics.

The event will spotlight sustainable, inclusive, and resilient business models, covering critical topics such as embedded finance, data protection, peer-to-peer lending, and digital financing solutions, tailored to meet the specific demands of Pakistan’s dynamic market.

“Pakistan’s startup ecosystem holds tremendous potential, and this summit marks an important step towards unlocking that potential,” said SECP Chairman Akif Saeed. “Through knowledge-sharing, collaborative discussions, and actionable insights, we aim to empower startups to thrive and scale, ultimately boosting Pakistan’s economic growth and global competitiveness.”

The two-day summit will feature expert-led sessions, panel discussions and networking opportunities, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, regulators and industry leaders. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the SECP seeks to create a supportive environment and inspire Pakistan’s youth to drive economic progress and shape a strong entrepreneurial future.