Pakistani Students Shine at 2025 APAC Solution Challenge with Groundbreaking AI Innovations

Another Pakistani team, Team i+1 from NUCES FAST, also made headlines by securing a place among the Top 10 finalists.

By DTD- On Jun 30, 2025

MANILA — In a proud moment for Pakistan on the global stage, student teams from leading Pakistani institutions earned top honors at the 2025 Asia-Pacific (APAC) Solution Challenge—an international tech competition backed by Google and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Competing against over 750 teams from 12 Asia-Pacific nations, Team GeoGemma from the Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad, received the Best AI Use Award for their innovative disaster preparedness solution. Utilizing satellite imagery and the Gemini AI API, the team developed a system capable of delivering early warning alerts and risk assessments in disaster-prone areas, potentially saving lives through advanced geospatial intelligence.

The team—consisting of Ahmed Iqbal, Hanzila Bin Younas, Khalil Ur Rehman, and Abdullah Asif—was recognized for its cutting-edge application of artificial intelligence in addressing real-world challenges.

Another Pakistani team, Team i+1 from NUCES FAST, also made headlines by securing a place among the Top 10 finalists. Their AI-powered document classifier is designed to enhance accessibility by simplifying complex texts for neurodivergent individuals, promoting inclusivity through technology.

In honor of their achievements, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the Philippines, Dr. Asima Rabbani, hosted both teams at her official residence in Manila. Commending their success, she stated, “You represent the bright future of Pakistan. Your innovation, determination, and global recognition are a source of pride for the entire nation.”

She further praised the contributions of faculty mentors, educational institutions, and the organizers of the competition, noting the significance of these accomplishments in showcasing Pakistan’s growing capabilities in artificial intelligence and innovation.

“These victories serve as powerful inspiration for aspiring technologists across Pakistan,” the Ambassador added. “They also demonstrate how Pakistani youth are addressing some of the world’s most urgent challenges with creativity and skill.”

The 2025 APAC Solution Challenge reaffirmed the transformative potential of youth-driven innovation and positioned Pakistan as a rising force in the global tech landscape.