H.E. Shaza Fatima Khawaja Engages with Huawei to Advance Pakistan’s Cloud Infrastructure Riyadh, LEAP Day 3– H.E. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, held a significant meeting with Barry Xu, Vice President of ME&CA Cloud at Huawei, to discuss the advancement of Pakistan’s digital infrastructure under the government’s Cloud First Policy. The discussions emphasized the establishment of a dedicated Pakistan Cloud Region, aiming to enhance public sector operations and expedite digital transformation. Additionally, the Minister proposed the development of Pakistan’s first GPU-based AI Cloud, designed to support large-scale AI models and deep learning applications. Speaking on the occasion, H.E. Shaza Fatima Khawaja stated, “Pakistan is committed to embracing cutting-edge technologies that align with our vision for a robust digital economy. By collaborating with global leaders like Huawei, we aim to strengthen our digital infrastructure, empower startups, and foster innovation that benefits our youth and economy.” Barry Xu reaffirmed Huawei’s commitment to Pakistan’s IT and AI sectors, recognizing the country’s potential as a regional IT hub. Both sides explored avenues for enabling Pakistani startups to leverage Huawei’s advanced resources. They agreed to finalize strategies and expand collaboration during the upcoming Digital Foreign Direct Investment Forum in Islamabad. This partnership marks a pivotal step toward driving innovation-led growth and reinforcing Pakistan’s position in the global digital economy.
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