In a landmark boost for Pakistan’s tech sector, Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja announced that Google has officially completed its registration in the country and will soon establish its first local office.
The development coincides with the launch of Pakistan’s first Google Chromebook assembly line in Haripur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in collaboration with the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC), Tech Valley, and Australia-based Allied. The facility, inaugurated on November 4, aims to produce 500,000–600,000 units annually, promoting technology transfer, job creation, and regional exports.
Minister Khawaja highlighted that the initiative has already created around 600 jobs, with strong gender balance, and reflects global confidence in Pakistan’s economy. An MoU with Google will also provide AI and digital training to youth.
This public-private partnership underscores Pakistan’s push toward becoming a regional IT hub.