The foundation of QGDC will be a ‘Special Technology Zone’ (STZ) named Karachi Technopolis (KT). Hence, QGDC will be the anchor tenant for the STZ, with KT and QGDC becoming a hub for economic activity.

KT’s strategic advantage lies in its central location within Karachi, serving as a bridge between high-tech professionals and economic markets. This venture will encompass a ‘Triple Helix Alliance’ between the Government, Academia & Corporate that will create a dynamic Knowledge Ecosystem; drawing together the best intellectual minds, their research and the latest technologies in a wide number of areas to catalyze activity in the region and develop a unique Knowledge Based Technology Industry Cluster. Furthermore, it acts as an incubating base for private sector ventures, a training base for nurturing skills and as an experimental zone for new technologies. This value proposition will position KT at the forefront of technology and innovation at an international level, namely through:

• An Innovation Hub
• Advanced Research and Development
• Manufacturing and Commercialization
• Talent Acquisition and Development