Microsoft explains closure of 25-year operations in Pakistan
After a long run, Microsoft is closing its operations in Pakistan as part of a worldwide shakeup.
Instead of a local office, they'll now support Pakistani customers through resellers and nearby regional teams.
This move affects just five employees who handled sales for products like Azure and Office.
Microsoft never set up engineering teams in Pakistan
Microsoft never set up engineering teams in Pakistan, so most users won't notice much difference—customer service will continue through trusted partners, just like in other countries.
Former country head Jawwad Rehman called the exit a response to Pakistan's "sobering signal of the environment" and part of Microsoft's bigger global strategy shift.
Microsoft's exit is a sobering signal of the environment
It's always surprising when a big name steps back after decades.
For young techies or students eyeing opportunities with global companies, this is a reminder that business decisions are often shaped by bigger trends—and sometimes, things change even if you're used to seeing the same logos around.