Terms & Conditions

CONNECTED PAKISTAN CONFERENCE 2026

CPCX | 10th Edition

Terms & Conditions

Organized by Connected Pakistan

Event Dates: 18 to 20 December 2026

Venue: Pak China Friendship Centre, Islamabad, Pakistan

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern registration, ticket purchases, membership-related participation, attendance, exhibition, sponsorship, speaking engagements, startup participation, networking, and all other activities associated with the 10th Edition of Connected Pakistan Conference 2026 ("CPCX", "Conference", or "Event").

By purchasing a ticket, completing a registration, applying to participate, accepting an invitation, entering the venue, or participating in any Conference activity, you ("Participant", "Attendee", "Exhibitor", "Sponsor", "Speaker", "Partner", or "you") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.

The Conference is organized by Connected Pakistan, including its authorized representatives, employees, contractors, volunteers, partners, and service providers, collectively referred to as the "Organizers".

These Terms apply to all Conference activities, including the main Conference, expo, workshops, startup pitches, innovation hubs, networking sessions, awards, dinners, family activities, entertainment, side events, and any other activities organized under the CPCX brand.

1. Registration and Eligibility

1.1. Registration is subject to the eligibility requirements, category restrictions, capacity limits, and approval procedures applicable to the selected ticket or participation category.

1.2. Registration is considered confirmed only after the required payment has been received and verified, or an official complimentary invitation or registration confirmation has been issued by the Organizers.

1.3. A payment receipt alone does not guarantee entry if the registration is incomplete, invalid, fraudulent, duplicated, or otherwise subject to verification.

1.4. Participants must provide accurate, complete, and current information during registration.

1.5. Participants may be required to present their original CNIC, passport, or another valid government-issued identification document at check-in.

1.6. The Organizers reserve the right to verify registration details, request additional information, and refuse or restrict access where reasonably necessary for security, eligibility, fraud prevention, capacity management, or compliance with these Terms.

1.7. Participants must meet the minimum age requirements applicable to their ticket category and individual activities. Any age restrictions communicated for specific activities shall apply.

1.8. Participants are responsible for ensuring that their registration details, contact information, ticket category, and other submitted information are accurate.

1.9. The Organizers may cancel or invalidate registrations obtained through fraudulent means, unauthorized reselling, payment manipulation, false information, or other violations of these Terms.

2. Tickets, Payments and Entry

2.1. The applicable registration fee must be paid in full according to the payment instructions and deadlines communicated by the Organizers.

2.2. Tickets and registrations are valid only for the specific Conference edition, date, category, and benefits for which they were issued.

2.3. Each ticket grants access only to the activities, areas, sessions, meals, or benefits expressly included in the selected ticket category.

2.4. Purchasing a Conference ticket does not automatically grant access to restricted areas, VIP lounges, speaker areas, sponsor facilities, private dinners, invitation-only sessions, or other separately controlled activities.

2.5. Participants must follow all check-in procedures and display or carry their issued badges, tickets, or credentials as instructed.

2.6. The Organizers may use digital verification, QR codes, identification checks, wristbands, badges, or other access-control measures.

2.7. Sharing, duplicating, altering, reselling, or misusing tickets or access credentials is prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing.

2.8. The Organizers reserve the right to deny entry where a ticket is invalid, has already been used, has been fraudulently obtained, or does not correspond to the relevant Participant.

2.9. Participants who arrive late, miss a session, leave early, or fail to attend any part of the Conference shall not be entitled to compensation for missed activities.

3. Strict No-Refund Policy

3.1. All Conference ticket and registration payments are non-refundable.

All payments made for CPCX 2026 are strictly non-refundable under all circumstances, except where a refund is expressly approved in writing by the Organizers or required under applicable law.

3.2. No refund, partial refund, credit, reimbursement, or compensation shall ordinarily be provided due to:

• Change of mind or personal plans.
• Personal, professional, academic, or family commitments.
• Illness, injury, or inability to attend.
• Travel difficulties, visa issues, or transportation delays.
• Late arrival, absence, or early departure.
• Failure to attend a particular session, workshop, dinner, or activity.
• Failure to use any included benefit.
• Changes to speakers, schedules, activities, or program arrangements.
• Changes to the venue or event format.
• Unavailability of a particular speaker, guest, sponsor, or partner.
• Any other circumstances attributable to the Participant.

3.3. Participants are responsible for reviewing the Conference dates, location, ticket category, included benefits, and applicable requirements before purchasing a ticket.

3.4. Failure to attend the Conference does not automatically cancel the booking or create an entitlement to a refund.

3.5. Complimentary tickets, promotional tickets, discounted tickets, and special offers may carry additional conditions communicated at the time of issuance.

3.6. No refund shall be provided for unused portions of a ticket, unused meals, missed sessions, or unutilized benefits, except where expressly required by applicable law.

4. Ticket Transfers and Participant Replacement

4.1. Tickets are personal to the registered Participant and are non-transferable unless the Organizers expressly approve a transfer in writing.

4.2. Participants wishing to transfer a ticket must submit a written request through the official communication channel designated by the Organizers.

4.3. Any transfer request must be submitted within the deadline communicated for the relevant ticket category or Conference activity.

4.4. The Organizers may approve or reject a transfer request based on capacity, eligibility, security, ticket category, administrative requirements, and other legitimate operational considerations.

4.5. An approved transfer may be subject to an administrative fee where such a fee has been communicated by the Organizers.

4.6. The replacement Participant must complete any required registration, identification, verification, and consent procedures.

4.7. A transfer is not valid until written confirmation has been issued by the Organizers.

4.8. The original ticket holder remains responsible for ensuring that the replacement Participant is informed of these Terms.

4.9. No transfer request shall automatically entitle the original Participant to a refund.

4.10. Unauthorized ticket resale, commercial resale, or transfer of credentials may result in cancellation of the ticket without refund, subject to applicable law.

5. Event Dates, Venue and Format

5.1. CPCX 2026 is planned as a multi-day Conference in Islamabad, Pakistan.

5.2. The Organizers will make reasonable efforts to conduct the Event according to the published dates, venue, schedule, and format.

5.3. The Organizers reserve the right to modify the event dates, venue, duration, format, program, seating arrangements, access arrangements, or other operational aspects where reasonably necessary.

5.4. Changes may arise from venue availability, security requirements, government instructions, weather, technical problems, public safety, transportation disruptions, logistical requirements, or other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Organizers.

5.5. Participants will be informed of material changes through official communication channels where reasonably practicable.

5.6. Participants are responsible for monitoring official Conference communications and ensuring that their contact details remain accurate.

5.7. A change to the venue, schedule, or format shall not automatically entitle a Participant to a refund, subject to applicable law and any specific written commitment made by the Organizers.

6. Conference Program and Itinerary

6.1. The published program and itinerary are intended as a guide and may be modified as the Conference approaches or during the Event.

6.2. The Organizers reserve the right to change:

• Session timings and durations.
• Workshop schedules.
• Speaker and panelist assignments.
• Moderators and hosts.
• Expo and exhibition arrangements.
• Startup pitch schedules.
• Networking sessions.
• Dinners and social activities.
• Awards and recognition programs.
• Entertainment and family activities.
• Access arrangements and seating.
• Other activities forming part of the Conference.

6.3. The Organizers will make reasonable efforts to communicate material changes where practicable.

6.4. The inclusion of an activity in a preliminary program does not guarantee that it will take place exactly as advertised.

6.5. Changes to individual sessions, activities, or program elements shall not automatically entitle Participants to refunds or compensation.

7. Speakers, Mentors, Guests and Personalities

7.1. Speaker, mentor, guest, panelist, celebrity, industry leader, or other personality participation is subject to availability and confirmation.

7.2. The Organizers reserve the right to replace, withdraw, reschedule, or modify speaker appearances and sessions.

7.3. A speaker or guest may be unable to attend due to personal, professional, health, travel, security, scheduling, or other circumstances.

7.4. The absence of a particular speaker, mentor, or guest shall not automatically constitute grounds for a refund.

7.5. Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee personal interaction, meetings, photographs, introductions, consultations, or private access to any speaker or guest.

7.6. Speakers and guests express their own views. Their statements, opinions, recommendations, and presentations do not necessarily represent the views of Connected Pakistan.

7.7. The Organizers do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of every statement made by a speaker or guest.

8. Code of Conduct

8.1. All Participants must maintain respectful, professional, lawful, and responsible behaviour throughout the Conference.

8.2. Participants must respect other attendees, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, partners, staff, volunteers, venue personnel, and service providers.

8.3. The following conduct is prohibited:

• Harassment, bullying, or intimidation.
• Discrimination or hate speech.
• Sexual harassment or unwanted sexual conduct.
• Physical violence or threats.
• Verbal abuse or disruptive behaviour.
• Theft, fraud, or property damage.
• Deliberate interference with Conference activities.
• Unlawful activity.
• Misrepresentation of identity, credentials, or affiliation.
• Unauthorized solicitation or distribution of promotional materials.
• Any conduct that creates a reasonable safety, security, or operational concern.

8.4. The Organizers reserve the right to investigate complaints and take appropriate action, including issuing warnings, restricting access, removing a Participant from an activity, or terminating access to the Conference.

8.5. Participants removed from the Conference for misconduct shall not be entitled to a refund or compensation, subject to applicable law.

8.6. Serious incidents may be reported to the relevant authorities where appropriate or legally required.

8.7. Participants must comply with applicable laws, venue policies, security procedures, and reasonable instructions issued by authorized Conference personnel.

9. Security and Access Control

9.1. The Conference may operate under security arrangements determined by the Organizers, venue management, and relevant authorities.

9.2. Participants may be required to undergo identification checks, ticket verification, baggage inspection, or other lawful security procedures.

9.3. Participants must cooperate with authorized security personnel.

9.4. The Organizers may restrict access to certain areas, sessions, facilities, or activities for security, capacity, operational, or eligibility reasons.

9.5. Refusal to comply with reasonable and lawful security requirements may result in denial of entry or removal from the Conference without refund, subject to applicable law.

9.6. The Organizers may deny entry to individuals reasonably believed to pose a safety, security, or operational risk.

10. Weapons and Dangerous Items

10.1. Weapons, explosives, and other dangerous or prohibited items are not permitted at the Conference, except for items lawfully carried by authorized security personnel in the performance of their duties.

10.2. Prohibited items include firearms, explosives, and any object prohibited by applicable law, venue policy, or the Organizers' security rules.

10.3. Security personnel may take appropriate action in relation to prohibited items in accordance with applicable law and venue procedures.

10.4. Violations may result in immediate removal from the Conference without refund and referral to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

11. Drugs, Alcohol, Smoking and Vaping

11.1. Illegal drugs and controlled substances are strictly prohibited.

11.2. Alcohol is prohibited unless expressly permitted by the Organizers and lawful under applicable law and venue policy.

11.3. Smoking and vaping are permitted only in designated areas where allowed by law and venue rules.

11.4. Participants must not attend or participate in activities while their conduct is impaired by illegal substances or otherwise creates a safety concern.

11.5. Violations may result in restricted access or removal from the Conference without refund, subject to applicable law.

12. Health, Safety and Medical Emergencies

12.1. Participants are responsible for taking reasonable precautions concerning their health, safety, and personal wellbeing.

12.2. Participants must comply with applicable safety instructions and venue procedures.

12.3. Participants should disclose relevant medical conditions, allergies, accessibility requirements, or other information where necessary to request reasonable assistance or accommodation.

12.4. Participants are responsible for bringing any personal medication they may require.

12.5. In a medical emergency, the Organizers may contact emergency services or facilitate access to medical assistance where reasonably practicable.

12.6. Any medical, hospital, medication, ambulance, or treatment expenses shall be the responsibility of the Participant unless covered by insurance or expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

12.7. The Organizers do not guarantee the availability of on-site medical professionals, comprehensive medical facilities, or insurance unless expressly stated for the relevant Conference package.

12.8. Participants must promptly report safety concerns, accidents, injuries, or medical emergencies to authorized Conference personnel.

12.9. Participants who require accessibility assistance should contact the Organizers in advance so that reasonable arrangements can be considered, subject to venue capabilities and availability.

13. Personal Belongings and Property

13.1. Participants are responsible for safeguarding their personal belongings, including phones, laptops, cameras, cash, identification documents, luggage, and other valuables.

13.2. Participants should avoid bringing unnecessary valuables to the Conference.

13.3. The Organizers shall not be responsible for lost, stolen, misplaced, or damaged belongings except to the extent that liability cannot legally be excluded.

13.4. Participants are responsible for damage to venue property, equipment, displays, furniture, or other property caused by their intentional, reckless, or negligent conduct.

13.5. The Organizers may seek recovery of reasonable repair or replacement costs from the responsible Participant, subject to applicable law.

14. Photography, Videography and Recording

14.1. CPCX may be photographed, filmed, recorded, livestreamed, or otherwise documented by the Organizers, authorized media teams, partners, or service providers.

14.2. By attending the Conference, Participants acknowledge that they may appear in photographs, videos, interviews, livestreams, audio recordings, social media content, promotional material, editorial content, advertisements, websites, publications, and archival records.

14.3. Participants grant Connected Pakistan a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free permission to use their image, likeness, voice, and participation captured during the Conference for legitimate promotional, marketing, editorial, documentary, archival, and communication purposes, subject to applicable law.

14.4. No payment or royalty shall be due for such use unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing or required by law.

14.5. The Organizers may edit, crop, reproduce, publish, distribute, or adapt Conference media for different platforms and formats.

14.6. Participants who have a legitimate concern about the use of identifiable media featuring them may contact the Organizers. Any request will be considered in accordance with applicable law and operational feasibility.

14.7. Participants must not record restricted sessions, confidential discussions, private meetings, or other activities where recording is prohibited.

14.8. Commercial photography, professional filming, interviews, or recording for third-party commercial use may require prior written authorization.

15. Intellectual Property

15.1. CPCX names, logos, branding, artwork, designs, graphics, official photographs, videos, publications, presentations, documents, website content, and other official materials remain the intellectual property of their respective owners.

15.2. Participants may share their personal experiences, event highlights, and general insights, provided that they respect applicable intellectual property rights and give appropriate credit where required.

15.3. Participants must not reproduce, sell, license, modify, distribute, or commercially exploit proprietary Conference materials without prior written permission from the relevant rights holder.

15.4. Speakers and exhibitors retain ownership of their original materials, subject to any separate written agreement governing their participation.

15.5. Participants must not use Connected Pakistan or CPCX branding in a manner that falsely suggests sponsorship, endorsement, partnership, or official representation.

16. Exhibitors, Startups and Innovation Hubs

16.1. Exhibition booths, startup pitches, innovation hubs, demonstrations, and related opportunities are subject to separate participation requirements, capacity limits, approval procedures, and applicable fees.

16.2. Acceptance into an exhibition or startup activity does not guarantee sales, investment, media coverage, leads, partnerships, or commercial success.

16.3. Exhibitors and startups are responsible for the accuracy of their claims, products, services, demonstrations, promotional materials, and business representations.

16.4. Exhibitors must comply with booth allocation rules, setup and dismantling schedules, safety procedures, venue requirements, and other operational instructions.

16.5. Booth locations and exhibition arrangements may be changed by the Organizers where reasonably necessary.

16.6. Exhibitors must not display unlawful, dangerous, misleading, offensive, or unauthorized material.

16.7. Exhibitors are responsible for the security of their equipment, products, inventory, and display materials.

16.8. Any damage caused by an exhibitor, startup, its representatives, or its contractors may be charged to the responsible party.

16.9. Separate written agreements may govern booth fees, branding rights, deliverables, cancellations, and other commercial terms. Where a specific written agreement conflicts with these general Terms, the specific agreement shall prevail for that matter, subject to applicable law.

17. Sponsors and Partners

17.1. Sponsorship and partnership benefits are governed by the relevant written agreement, sponsorship package, or confirmation issued by Connected Pakistan.

17.2. Sponsors and partners must comply with the agreed deliverables, branding guidelines, payment obligations, deadlines, and operational requirements.

17.3. Sponsorship does not automatically guarantee a speaking opportunity, attendee data, sales, leads, investment, or a specific commercial outcome unless expressly included in a written agreement.

17.4. The Organizers may adjust branding placements, promotional schedules, or logistical arrangements where reasonably necessary.

17.5. Sponsors and partners are responsible for ensuring that their promotional claims, products, services, and activities comply with applicable law.

17.6. The inclusion of a sponsor or partner does not constitute a guarantee by Connected Pakistan of the sponsor's financial standing, business practices, products, or services.

17.7. Sponsor and partner disputes, payment terms, cancellation fees, and deliverables may be subject to separate agreements.

18. Networking, Investments and Business Transactions

18.1. CPCX provides opportunities for networking, professional interaction, business development, and knowledge sharing.

18.2. The Organizers do not guarantee any particular introduction, meeting, client, lead, investor, funding opportunity, employment offer, partnership, revenue, or business result.

18.3. Participants are solely responsible for evaluating the credentials, representations, financial position, and conduct of individuals or businesses they encounter.

18.4. Participants should conduct appropriate due diligence before entering into investments, contracts, partnerships, employment arrangements, or other transactions.

18.5. Connected Pakistan does not act as a guarantor, financial adviser, investment adviser, broker, or intermediary for every transaction between Participants merely by facilitating Conference interactions.

18.6. Any business or financial arrangement between Participants is entered into independently and at their own discretion and risk.

18.7. Connected Pakistan shall not be responsible for disputes, losses, failed transactions, non-payment, or business outcomes arising from independent dealings between Participants, except to the extent liability cannot legally be excluded.

19. Awards and Recognition

19.1. Any awards, honours, recognitions, rankings, or special acknowledgements associated with CPCX are subject to the relevant eligibility criteria, nomination procedures, evaluation processes, and deadlines.

19.2. Submission of a nomination or application does not guarantee selection.

19.3. The Organizers reserve the right to amend categories, eligibility criteria, judging arrangements, timelines, and presentation formats where reasonably necessary.

19.4. Participants must provide accurate information and supporting documentation when applying for awards or recognition.

19.5. Misrepresentation, falsified credentials, or misleading claims may result in disqualification or withdrawal of recognition.

19.6. Award recipients may be required to attend the relevant ceremony or fulfil other communicated requirements to receive their award.

19.7. Unless expressly stated otherwise, awards and recognition do not guarantee any commercial benefit, endorsement, investment, or future opportunity.

20. Media, Publications and Promotional Features

20.1. Connected Pakistan may publish Conference-related articles, interviews, photographs, profiles, videos, and other editorial or promotional content.

20.2. Participation in the Conference does not guarantee publication, media coverage, a magazine feature, a website profile, an interview, or social media promotion.

20.3. Editorial and promotional opportunities are subject to availability, relevance, verification, editorial standards, and approval.

20.4. Participants are responsible for the accuracy of information submitted for publication.

20.5. Connected Pakistan may decline to publish or may correct, edit, or remove material that is inaccurate, unlawful, misleading, defamatory, or inconsistent with its editorial policies.

21. Data Protection and Privacy

21.1. By registering for CPCX, Participants consent to the collection, storage, processing, and use of their personal information for legitimate Conference-related purposes.

21.2. Such purposes may include registration, identity verification, access control, security, event communication, attendee management, logistics, feedback, analytics, community administration, and promotional communication.

21.3. Information may be shared with authorized service providers, venue operators, security personnel, technology providers, or other relevant parties where reasonably necessary to deliver or manage the Conference.

21.4. Information may be disclosed where required by applicable law, a competent court, or a lawful request from an authorized authority.

21.5. Participant information shall be handled in accordance with applicable law and the relevant privacy policy.

21.6. Participants must not misuse, scrape, harvest, sell, or redistribute attendee information obtained through CPCX.

21.7. Access to an attendee list, directory, registration information, or contact details is not automatically included with a ticket, sponsorship, or exhibition package unless expressly agreed in writing.

22. Marketing and Official Communications

22.1. Official Conference communications may be sent through email, WhatsApp, SMS, telephone, websites, registration platforms, social media, or other designated channels.

22.2. Participants are responsible for providing accurate contact details and monitoring official communications.

22.3. Participants should review messages concerning check-in, security, schedules, venue arrangements, and other material updates.

22.4. The Organizers shall not be responsible for a Participant's failure to receive or review a communication because of incorrect contact information, inactive accounts, device problems, network issues, or failure to monitor designated channels, except where otherwise required by law.

22.5. Promotional communications will be handled in accordance with applicable law and the relevant privacy policy.

23. Venue Rules and Restricted Areas

23.1. Participants must comply with the rules and policies of the Conference venue.

23.2. Access to backstage areas, speaker rooms, technical areas, production facilities, restricted exhibition areas, VIP lounges, and other controlled spaces is limited to authorized individuals.

23.3. Participants must not interfere with venue operations, production equipment, technical systems, security arrangements, or event infrastructure.

23.4. The Organizers may restrict or withdraw access to a venue area where reasonably necessary for security, capacity, safety, or operational reasons.

24. Transportation, Accommodation and External Activities

24.1. Unless expressly included in a ticket or package, transportation, accommodation, meals, parking, and personal travel expenses are the responsibility of the Participant.

24.2. Participants are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements and should consider the possibility of schedule or venue changes.

24.3. Where the Organizers provide or coordinate transportation, meals, tours, dinners, or external activities, those arrangements may be subject to separate instructions, availability, and capacity limits.

24.4. Participants must follow designated pickup points, schedules, access procedures, and safety instructions where applicable.

24.5. The Organizers shall not be responsible for expenses incurred independently by Participants due to delays, missed transportation, schedule changes, or other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Organizers, except where required by applicable law.

25. Force Majeure and Circumstances Beyond Control

25.1. The Organizers shall not be responsible for a delay, interruption, modification, postponement, or cancellation caused by circumstances beyond their reasonable control, subject to applicable law.

25.2. Such circumstances may include:

• Severe weather or natural disasters.
• Flooding, earthquakes, or other environmental emergencies.
• Security threats or acts of terrorism.
• Civil unrest, strikes, or public disturbances.
• Government restrictions, orders, or regulatory changes.
• Public health emergencies.
• Transportation disruptions or road closures.
• Venue unavailability or emergencies.
• Power, internet, or communication failures.
• Critical technical or infrastructure failures.
• Other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Organizers.

25.3. In such circumstances, the Organizers may postpone, reschedule, relocate, modify, suspend, or cancel the Conference or any part of it.

25.4. Where reasonably practicable, the Organizers will communicate material changes through official channels.

25.5. No refund or compensation shall automatically be due as a result of a force majeure event, subject to applicable law and any specific written commitment made by the Organizers.

26. Cancellation or Postponement by the Organizers

26.1. The Organizers reserve the right to cancel, postpone, reschedule, relocate, shorten, or modify CPCX where reasonably necessary for safety, security, legal, operational, financial, venue-related, or other legitimate reasons.

26.2. If the Conference is postponed, the Organizers may announce revised dates and arrangements.

26.3. If the Conference is cancelled, any refund, credit, transfer, or alternative arrangement shall be determined in accordance with applicable law and the specific circumstances.

26.4. Participants shall not automatically be entitled to reimbursement for independently incurred travel, accommodation, lost business opportunities, missed appointments, or other indirect expenses, except where required by applicable law.

26.5. The Organizers will communicate material decisions through official channels where reasonably practicable.

27. Removal, Suspension and Denial of Access

27.1. The Organizers may deny entry, restrict participation, or remove a Participant who:

• Violates these Terms or venue policies.
• Engages in harassment, violence, or serious misconduct.
• Creates a safety or security risk.
• Provides false or misleading information.
• Uses fraudulent or unauthorized tickets.
• Possesses prohibited items.
• Disrupts Conference operations.
• Damages property.
• Engages in unlawful conduct.
• Refuses to comply with reasonable and lawful instructions.
• Misuses Conference credentials, branding, or facilities.

27.2. Where appropriate, the Organizers may suspend or prohibit future participation.

27.3. A Participant removed for misconduct shall not be entitled to a refund, subject to applicable law.

27.4. Participants removed from the venue are responsible for arranging their own onward travel and accommodation, where applicable.

27.5. The Organizers may report serious incidents to the relevant authorities where appropriate or legally required.

28. Participant Responsibilities and Indemnification

28.1. Participants are responsible for their own actions, decisions, statements, transactions, and interactions during the Conference.

28.2. Participants must comply with applicable laws, venue rules, these Terms, and reasonable instructions from authorized Conference personnel.

28.3. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Participants may be held responsible for claims, losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from their unlawful conduct, negligence, violation of these Terms, infringement of another person's rights, or damage to property.

28.4. Participants shall not hold the Organizers responsible for independent business dealings, personal disputes, or unauthorized activities undertaken by Participants themselves or other attendees, except to the extent liability cannot legally be excluded.

28.5. Nothing in these Terms removes any rights or remedies that cannot legally be waived under applicable law.

29. Limitation of Liability

29.1. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Organizers shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or economic losses arising from participation in CPCX.

29.2. Such losses may include loss of business, revenue, profit, investment, opportunity, data, reputation, or other consequential expenses.

29.3. The Organizers do not guarantee uninterrupted event operations, uninterrupted access to every activity, or the availability of every advertised benefit.

29.4. The Organizers shall not be responsible for independent acts or omissions of attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, venue operators, or third-party service providers except to the extent liability cannot legally be excluded.

29.5. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for fraud, wilful misconduct, negligence, personal injury, or any other matter where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

30. No Guarantee of Commercial or Professional Outcomes

30.1. CPCX provides a platform for learning, professional development, networking, exposure, recognition, and business interaction.

30.2. The Organizers make no guarantee regarding clients, sales, leads, investments, funding, employment, partnerships, media coverage, personal branding, business growth, or any other commercial outcome.

30.3. Results depend on individual effort, market conditions, business decisions, relationships, and other factors outside the Organizers' control.

30.4. Participation in a workshop, session, pitch, panel, or networking activity does not constitute professional, legal, financial, investment, or tax advice.

31. Complaints and Dispute Resolution

31.1. Participants should submit complaints or concerns through the official communication channels designated by Connected Pakistan.

31.2. The Organizers will make reasonable efforts to review complaints and respond where appropriate.

31.3. Participants are expected to provide accurate information and relevant supporting documentation when raising a complaint.

31.4. Any dispute shall be addressed in accordance with applicable law and the dispute resolution procedures, if any, expressly agreed in writing by the relevant parties.

32. Amendments to These Terms

32.1. The Organizers reserve the right to update, amend, add, or remove provisions of these Terms where reasonably necessary.

32.2. Updated Terms may be published on the official Connected Pakistan or CPCX website, registration platform, or other official communication channels.

32.3. Material amendments affecting existing bookings will be communicated where reasonably practicable.

32.4. Amendments shall apply prospectively or to existing registrations as legally permissible. Nothing in this section authorizes the Organizers to remove rights that cannot legally be excluded or changed.

32.5. Participants are responsible for reviewing the applicable Terms before attending the Conference.

33. Severability

33.1. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to apply to the maximum extent permitted by law.

33.2. Where legally permissible, the affected provision shall be interpreted or modified to preserve its intended purpose as closely as possible.

34. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

34.1. These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

34.2. Disputes arising in connection with CPCX shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Pakistan, subject to applicable law.

35. Official Communication and Authenticity

35.1. Participants should rely on official Connected Pakistan communication channels for Conference announcements, ticket information, schedules, payment instructions, and other material details.

35.2. The Organizers shall not be responsible for misleading information, fraudulent payment requests, unauthorized ticket sales, or false representations made by unaffiliated individuals.

35.3. Participants should verify payment instructions and ticket offers through official channels before making payments.

35.4. The use of the CPCX or Connected Pakistan name, logo, or branding by an individual or organization does not, by itself, establish authorization or an official partnership.

36. Final Acknowledgement and Acceptance

By purchasing a ticket, registering for, accepting an invitation to, or attending CPCX 2026, the Participant confirms that:

• I have read and understood these Terms & Conditions.
• I agree to comply with all applicable Conference policies and venue rules.
• I understand that Conference tickets are non-refundable except where expressly approved in writing or required by law.
• I understand that tickets are non-transferable unless approved in writing by the Organizers.
• I understand that schedules, venues, speakers, activities, and arrangements may change.
• I understand that participation does not guarantee business opportunities, investment, funding, employment, media coverage, awards, or commercial outcomes.
• I accept responsibility for my own conduct, belongings, decisions, and transactions.
• I agree to respect other Participants, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, staff, volunteers, and venue personnel.
• I understand that violations of these Terms may result in denial of entry, removal, or other appropriate action.
• I acknowledge the photography, videography, and recording provisions, subject to applicable law.
• I agree not to misuse Conference branding, intellectual property, attendee information, or facilities.
• I confirm that the information I provide is accurate and complete.
• I agree to comply with applicable laws and reasonable security instructions.

By completing your registration or attending the Conference, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions, subject to applicable law.

Connected Pakistan

Connected Pakistan Conference 2026

CPCX | 10th Edition

Islamabad, Pakistan

These Terms are intended to establish the general conditions of participation. Separate written agreements may apply to sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, speakers, partners, and other commercial participants. Where necessary, Connected Pakistan should obtain legal review before publication or enforcement.