Startup ecosystem in MENA & Pakistan

Pakistan’s startup ecosystem saw $77M invested in startups in 2020, which was double the amount compared to 2019 (a +97% increase). The number of deals was also up by 45% – reversing the general trend in MENA countries, where deals were down.

Since January 2021, startups in Pakistan have raised north of $80 million year to date. What is causing this surge, where are the opportunities and what are the challenges. No once can summarize his better then Philip Bahoshy whose firm has been on the forefront of research in MENA and Pakistan. This is one exciting fireside chat that you don’t want o miss!