"The global AI race is underway, and Pakistan is at risk of falling behind. To keep pace with the world, urgent action is needed."

Each morning, Rehan, a 28-year-old software engineer from Karachi, passes the time scrolling through TikTok as he waits for his Careem ride to work. It's a daily habit — a few quick laughs, catchy trending songs, and the occasional recipe hack. What rarely crosses Rehan’s mind, however, is the unseen force tying it all together: artificial intelligence.