Pakistan, Jan. 29 -- The rapid ascent of Deepseek, a Chinese artificial intelligence powerhouse, is reshaping the landscape of the global AI market while proving to be a much-needed (albeit one that's ignored in our part of the world) wake-up call for nations around the world to confront the harsh realities of technological competition.

The staggering decline of US tech giants, particularly Nvidia, which has lost approximately $593 billion in market capitalization, is indicative of a seismic shift in the competitive balance of power. This dramatic upheaval serves as a dire warning for Pakistan. We are blessed with a youthful, dynamic talent pool and an evolving tech ecosystem. Our universities churn out skilled professionals capable of t...