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If demand for AI education rises due to HEC's mandate, EdTech firms in Pakistan may experience increased business opportunities.
This is not investment advice. Market exposure is based on conditional event analysis.
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has announced that starting in 2026, an artificial intelligence (AI) course will be mandatory for all degree programs across the country. This policy aims to integrate AI education into the broader academic curriculum, ensuring that students from diverse disciplines gain foundational knowledge in AI technologies. The move reflects the growing importance of AI skills in the global job market and Pakistan's effort to prepare its workforce for future technological advancements. By standardizing AI education, HEC seeks to enhance the competitiveness and innovation capacity of Pakistani graduates.