Tuesday, 31 March, 2026
Microsoft Ends 25-Year Pakistan Presence, Shifts to Cloud Partner-Led Model
By Isha
Microsoft has closed its Pakistan office after 25 years, laying off five staff amid its global restructuring and pivot to a cloud-based, partner-led model. Licensing and support will now be managed regionally, primarily via local partners and Microsoft’s European hubs. Former President Alvi and ex-country lead Jawwad Rehman warn this exit reflects Pakistan’s economic and political instability and signals potential long-term investor hesitation.