Pakistan’s First-Ever Data Festival 2024 – A Transformative Event

The Pakistan Data Festival 2024 the first of its kind, was successfully held from October 21 to October 22, 2024, at the Pak-China Friendship Center, Islamabad. The event brought together policymakers, data scientists, researchers, and industry leaders to explore the power of data in shaping Pakistan’s future.

Event Highlights:

📍 Venue: Pak-China Friendship Center, Islamabad
📅 Dates: October 21-22, 2024
🎤 Speakers & Panelists: Experts from government agencies, tech industry leaders, data analysts, and academia

Key Themes & Discussions:

✅ Data-Driven Governance – Leveraging data for policy development and decision-making
✅ Artificial Intelligence & Big Data – The role of AI in transforming industries
✅ Open Data & Transparency – Promoting data accessibility for better governance
✅ Innovations in Data Science – Showcasing cutting-edge research and applications
✅ Empowering Youth & Startups – Encouraging young professionals to explore careers in data analytics

The festival featured interactive panel discussions, workshops, hackathons, and live data demonstrations, highlighting the critical role of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in driving Pakistan’s progress.

Key Takeaways:

📊 Strengthening Pakistan’s data ecosystem for better decision-making
🌍 Enhancing collaboration between public and private sectors for data-driven development
💡 Encouraging innovation and investment in emerging technologies

The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), along with partner organizations, extends its appreciation to all attendees, speakers, and stakeholders for making the Pakistan Data Festival 2025 a landmark event.

📢 Stay tuned for more updates and future data-driven initiatives!