In a significant development for Pakistan’s digital landscape, the Federal Minister for Information Technology, Aminul Haque, announced that Google, the renowned global search engine, has officially opened its office in the country.
IT Minister shares the great news
During a conversation with the media in Islamabad, Minister Haque highlighted the progress being made in the formulation of social media rules, stating that they have reached their final stage and will soon be presented to the cabinet for approval.
Excitingly, Google is not the only major company expanding its presence in Pakistan. Minister Haque revealed that TikTok, the popular video-sharing application, is also planning to establish an office in the country. The minister stressed the significance of these companies having representation in Pakistan, whether physical or virtual.
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These developments indicate Pakistan’s growing importance as a digital market and its attractiveness to global tech giants. The establishment of Google’s office and the forthcoming arrival of TikTok’s office will not only create opportunities for local businesses and content creators but also contribute to the country’s overall digital growth and innovation.
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