Harvard Pakistan Conference

Progress at Scale:
A New Paradigm

The Harvard Pakistan Conference brings together leaders, scholars, practitioners, and students to ask how Pakistan can make progress at scale — not just pilot success — across governance, economy, climate, and human capital.

April 2026 · Harvard University
750+ Attendees
45+ Speakers
3M+ Global reach

Program

2026 Preliminary Agenda

The Harvard Pakistan Conference brings together leaders, scholars, and practitioners for deep, structured conversations on Pakistan's future.

Keynotes

Global Perspectives
National Address
Creative Nationhood

Forums

Student Policy Forum
Economic Outlook

Panel Sessions

Middle Powers & Regional Dynamics
Economy & Innovation
Governance & Institutions
Energy & Climate
Education & Human Capital
Grand Strategy 2047

A detailed agenda with session titles, speakers, and timings will be released closer to the conference.

Speakers

Confirmed Speakers

The conference gathers distinguished policymakers, practitioners, scholars, and thought leaders from Pakistan and around the world.

Reza Baqir

Reza Baqir

Former Governor, State Bank of Pakistan

Dr. Amjad Saqib

Founder & CEO, Akhuwat

Zafar Masud

CEO, Bank of Punjab

Asma Sheraazi

Journalist

More speakers to be announced. Check back for updates.

Registration

Coming Soon

Registration for the 2026 Harvard Pakistan Conference will open shortly. We prioritize participation from students, early-career professionals, practitioners, and partners who can carry the conversation forward. Check back soon for updates.

In the meantime, you can register your interest and be the first to know when registration opens.

  • Indicate whether you are a student, practitioner, or partner.
  • Share any specific track or theme you are most interested in.
Register interest via email

Past highlights

Building an enduring platform

Over recent editions, the conference has evolved into a space where ideas, networks, and collaborations take shape across generations and geographies.