The Chromebook Assembly Line with the capacity to assemble 500,000 pieces annually has been inaugurated, deepening the presence of Google in Pakistan.
Senator Ishaq Dar inaugurated the assembly line and the locally assembled Chromebooks to empower students, educators, and professionals with modern digital tools.
The initiative marks the country’s journey from software innovation to local hardware production.The new assembly line, based at the National Radio & Telecommunications Corporation NRTC’s Haripur facility, will produce up to 500,000 Chromebooks annually.
These devices will be high-quality, secure, and affordable, and tailored specifically for educational and public sector use. With 64 percent of the population under the age of 30, the initiative directly supports national efforts to equip youth with future-ready skills.
It complements Google’s ongoing digital programs, which have already trained over 1 million Pakistanis. In addition to bridging the digital divide, the project will generate employment, train local technicians, and contribute to broader economic growth.Google unveiled plans to deepen its local presence to provide on-the-ground support to local businesses, helping them to scale their operations and reach global markets.
This marks a key milestone in the country’s digital journey. The decision reflects Google’s confidence in Pakistan’s technology potential and the Government of Pakistan’s proactive digital transformation agenda, led by the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication (MOITT), Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).
Senator Dar said that the Government remains deeply committed to building a digitally inclusive and AI-ready Pakistan- the ’Digital Nation Pakistan’.
“This vision reflects our resolve to empower our youth with digital skills, equip them with modern tools, and ensure equal access to opportunities,” he added.
Senator Dar said that Google’s decision to deepen its local presence in Pakistan is not merely symbolic, it is a moment of national pride and a powerful endorsement of Pakistan ‘s digital potential.
While speaking at the ceremony, Minister for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, highlighted developing domestic hardware alongside software strengths to empower youth with the skills and tools to compete globally while strengthening our technological sovereignty.
“This initiative advances our goal of a Future-Forward, AI-Enabled Digital Nation, bringing together education, technology, and manufacturing. Locally assembled, affordable Chromebooks will help digitize classrooms, expand access to AI-powered learning, and support the national Digital Pakistan & AI Policy.” Ms Khawaja added.It was highlighted that the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) has dedicatedly worked to establish the first Chromebook assembly line in Pakistan. NRTC’s role in this venture focused on the manufacturing and supply of physical Chromebook devices for the local education sector. Country Director , Google, Pakistan Farhan Qureshi said that Pakistan has vast potential and Google will help build an inclusive digital future in this AI-powered economy. He added that Google was working towards a stronger local presence in Pakistan, one that will serve as a node for innovation, partnerships, and economic opportunity.Also in attendance were Natalie Baker, Chargé d’Affaires, U.S. Embassy, Fahad Haroon, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Digital Media, the technology partners, Kevin Kells, Managing Director of Google for Education, Tech Valley, Allied Australia, and NRTC.
