ICMA Pakistan is hosting “MiniCon – AI & Beyond” on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at its Head Office in Karachi from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The complimentary event offers a strategic platform to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on Pakistan’s economy, institutions, and workforce. As AI increasingly influences the way industries function and public services operate, this gathering aims to foster informed conversations among tech professionals, academics, and policymakers. Participants can register for the event through the official link: https://shorturl.at/JnpC5.
With rapid global advancements in artificial intelligence, there is an urgent need for countries like Pakistan to align their national strategies and industrial capabilities to benefit from this transformation. MiniCon – AI & Beyond will bring together key voices from the technology ecosystem to explore Pakistan’s positioning in the global AI race, sector-specific applications, regulatory frameworks, and the ethical dimensions of intelligent systems. It will also address how AI is reshaping workforce demands and the skills required for future readiness.
The speaker lineup includes notable experts such as S. Asim Rashid, Maryam Jamshed Khan, Shoaib Rehman, and Muhammad Tahir. The event will also feature panelists Faiza Yousuf, Huma Arshad, Farhan Arif, Muhammad Rehan Amin, and Rashid Azeem, each contributing their diverse perspectives from technology, education, innovation, and governance. Their insights are expected to reflect the multifaceted opportunities and challenges that Pakistan faces as it integrates AI into its core infrastructure and policy-making processes.
The event is being organized by the Centre of Excellence (COE) at ICMA Pakistan under the direction of Sumreen Noman Ansari. The initiative reflects ICMA’s broader commitment to building a digitally aware and future-ready professional ecosystem. By inviting thought leaders and practitioners to engage in critical dialogue, the event aims to bridge gaps between knowledge, policy, and implementation in Pakistan’s AI journey.
Themes for discussion include the alignment of national AI priorities with international standards, identifying sectors where AI can create scalable impact, and addressing the governance and ethical use of AI in both public and private sector applications. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of skill development and digital literacy to ensure that the country’s youth and professionals can thrive in a rapidly evolving technological environment.
MiniCon – AI & Beyond offers an opportunity to engage directly with subject matter experts, understand how AI is shaping industries, and gain practical insights into navigating the next phase of digital innovation. As the country positions itself for long-term digital development, such events serve as important platforms to align efforts across academia, industry, and regulatory bodies.
For more information, interested participants may reach out to Sumreen Noman Ansari at sumreen.noman@icmap.com.pk or contact via phone at 0316-6558838.
