Gilgit-Baltistan Emerges as Rising IT Hub as SCO Drives Digital Opportunities

The information technology revolution emerging in Gilgit-Baltistan is transforming the region, with the Special Communication Organization (SCO) playing a vital and unforgettable role in this development.

SCO continues to expand connectivity in the remote areas of GB, and according to available data, more than 10,000 talented young people are now associated with the IT sector in this scenic region.

Thanks to SCO’s efforts and the digital transformation underway, GB’s youth are collectively earning more than **$15 million annually** through online work. Young professionals are providing a wide range of digital services—including AI support, graphic design, digital marketing, and web development—catering to clients across the world.

These skilled youth have not only proven themselves at the national level but have also established a strong presence internationally.

the youth on the other hand additionally bringing valuable foreign exchange into Pakistan by working with clients in countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and the UAE.

Apart from it, their professionalism is also helping project a positive image of Pakistan and Gilgit-Baltistan globally.

This ongoing IT revolution promises significant benefits in the terms of employment opportunities for the youth, development for the region, and greater economic stability for the country.