Microsoft closed its doors in Pakistan after 25 years operating there

Tech giant Microsoft is going to close its 25-year-old office in Pakistan. This decision has been taken by the company as part of its plan to lay off 9000 employees globally. Microsoft's head in Pakistan, Javvad Rehman, has also confirmed this. The company says that this decision will not affect its services in Pakistan.

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Microsoft closed its doors in Pakistan after 25 years operating there
Microsoft closed its doors in Pakistan after 25 years operating there

Tech giant Microsoft is going to say farewell to Pakistan. The office of the company in Pakistan was established 25 years ago, which is going to be closed by the company forever. There is news regarding Microsoft that it is going to terminate 9000 jobs from around the world. In this sequence, the company is most likely going to close its office in Pakistan.

Microsoft CEO in Pakistan, Javvad Rehman, also shared details regarding the closure of Microsoft's business in the country in a LinkedIn update. Meanwhile, ex-President Arif Alvi termed it a sign of economic downfall and stated that it is concerning for the future of the economy of country.

According to the report of The Register.com, regarding closing its operation in Pakistan, a Microsoft spokesperson said that we are planning to change our operating model. The company says that this will not affect our customer agreement and service in Pakistan.

Muskan Kumawat Verified Public Figure • 16 Apr, 2026 Journalist

Muskan Kumawat is a Journalist & Content Writer at Sangri Times English, covering a wide range of topics, including news, entertainment, and trending stories. With a strong passion for storytelling and in-depth reporting, she delivers engaging and informative content to readers.

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