Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has lauded Google’s decision to position Pakistan as an export hub, describing it as a reflection of the country’s growing potential in both the technology and maritime sectors. Speaking at the Future Summit in Karachi, he commended the recent launch of the Google Chromebook assembly line, calling it an important step toward enhancing Pakistan’s capacity for local digital manufacturing and export-oriented growth. The initiative, he said, supports the government’s broader objective of building a production-driven economy that leverages technology, innovation, and skilled human capital.
The finance minister emphasised that the government’s economic strategy is focused on empowering youth with the technical and digital skills required to compete in emerging fields such as coding, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. He noted that equipping the next generation with these skills will enable them to capture higher-value opportunities in global technology markets. The launch of Pakistan’s first Chromebook assembly line earlier this week was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Khan, who described the development as a defining moment for the country’s digital transformation. Aurangzeb said that Google’s ambition to establish Pakistan as an export base aligns with the national vision for AI-driven progress and opens doors to growth within the blue economy.
Aurangzeb further stated that Pakistan’s economy is moving in a positive direction, supported by structural reforms and private sector engagement. He highlighted that sustainable economic growth can only be achieved through production-oriented policies, and underscored the importance of the private sector in leading this transition. The finance minister pointed out that international rating agencies have started to acknowledge Pakistan’s improving economic fundamentals, while global financial institutions have recognised the government’s efforts toward macroeconomic stability. According to Aurangzeb, corporate profits have risen by nine percent, a trend that indicates renewed investor confidence and a stabilising economic environment.
He also outlined the government’s ongoing reform measures to improve fiscal management and expand the tax base. The number of tax filers has increased by 900,000, a result of efforts to enhance transparency through digitisation. Aurangzeb mentioned that countries such as Egypt have shown interest in learning from Pakistan’s reforms at the Federal Board of Revenue, highlighting their impact on governance and efficiency. He reiterated that structural reforms remain essential to long-term stability and said that the government is committed to maintaining an enabling environment for investment, innovation, and international collaboration.
Aurangzeb concluded his remarks by reaffirming the government’s plan to privatise 24 state-owned enterprises, including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with the process expected to be completed by the end of this year. He said that these reforms, combined with initiatives like Google’s Chromebook assembly line, represent a new phase of economic consolidation and technological advancement for Pakistan. The integration of local innovation with global partnerships, he added, will help strengthen Pakistan’s position as a competitive player in the international digital economy.
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