Tech giant Google has proposed to establish a Chromebook production factory in Punjab, marking a major step toward strengthening Pakistan’s digital infrastructure and local manufacturing capacity. The offer was presented during a meeting in Lahore between a Google for Education delegation, led by Kevin Callis, and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, accompanied by Tech Valley CIO Omar Farooq.
Maryam Nawaz welcomed the proposal, assuring Google of complete administrative and technical support from the Punjab government. She emphasized her government’s commitment to transforming the province into a regional hub for technology and artificial intelligence, saying,
“We are determined to integrate IT and AI into our education system and create opportunities for youth through digital empowerment.”
The project also includes plans to enhance digital education in government schools by integrating AI tools and expanding teacher training. Google representatives revealed that the upcoming Chromebooks would come pre-installed with Gemini, Read Along, and Canva, enabling better learning experiences for students.
So far, over 2,000 government teachers have been trained under the Google for Education initiative, with further programs underway to expand digital literacy and tech-based learning across Punjab.
This collaboration is seen as a potential milestone in Pakistan’s digital transformation journey, paving the way for more international tech investments in the region.
Industry experts believe that Google’s entry into local production could attract further foreign investment in Pakistan’s tech manufacturing sector, while also creating employment opportunities and promoting local innovation.