Apple has appointed Salman Dar as its Head of Government Affairs in Pakistan. In this role, Dar leads the company’s direct engagement with local regulators, policymakers, and key stakeholders.
This appointment arrives as Apple continues to build its regional engagement and policy presence. Simultaneously, the Pakistani government is actively working to attract major global technology companies. Officials want these tech giants to establish local device manufacturing and assembly operations. Dar will navigate these ongoing discussions and regulatory environments for Apple.
Additionally, ongoing reports indicate the government is formulating plans to encourage Apple to manufacture iPhones locally. State officials are trying to improve the regulatory environment and lower the barriers to entry. By addressing these economic hurdles, Pakistan hopes to lock in long-term investments. Apple’s definitive market entry still hinges on these policy outcomes. However, the combination of expanding retail channels and Dar’s strategic appointment proves the company is taking the Pakistani market seriously.
Salman Dar steps in as the Head of Government Affairs in Pakistan for Apple with over three decades of diverse industry experience. He has operated as an Information Technology leader and entrepreneur across Europe, South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Over the years, he has built a track record of navigating multicultural environments. He consistently drives business growth by leveraging technology as a primary enabler of change.
