Zong, a leading Information Services and Technology Innovation company in Pakistan, hosted a high-profile event at its Headquarters in Islamabad to mark the inauguration of its Tier-III Certified Data Center, a significant step in strengthening the nation’s digital infrastructure. Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication, attended as Chief Guest and formally inaugurated the facility, accompanied by senior government officials, industry leaders, and key stakeholders in Pakistan’s ICT sector. The event highlighted Zong’s ongoing commitment to enhancing technological capabilities and supporting the country’s transition toward a robust digital economy.
The newly inaugurated Data Center has been designed and built according to international Tier-III standards, reflecting global best practices for performance, reliability, and security. It provides a scalable, future-ready platform to host cloud solutions, enterprise services, AI-enabled platforms, and Internet of Things applications while ensuring advanced cybersecurity measures. Zong’s investment in this facility underscores its strategy to enable modern digital services, strengthen the ICT ecosystem, and facilitate next-generation connectivity for both enterprises and consumers across Pakistan.
Speaking at the ceremony, Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication emphasized the importance of such initiatives in driving Pakistan’s digital transformation. She highlighted that strengthening the national digital infrastructure is essential for economic growth, innovation, and employment generation. She praised the role of technology partners like Zong, noting that their investment in advanced solutions aligns with the government’s vision of a connected and digitally empowered Pakistan. The minister also acknowledged the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors to accelerate nationwide digitalization initiatives.
Zong CEO Mr. Huo Junli reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing Pakistan’s digital ecosystem through innovative services and solutions. He emphasized that the Data Center, along with Zong’s Cloud Intelligent Computing platform and AI-enabled services, represents a key step toward delivering a truly digital experience for businesses and citizens alike. The inauguration event also featured technology showcases and presentations, offering insights into Zong’s latest advancements across cloud computing, AI, IoT, and network modernization. By expanding its digital infrastructure capabilities, Zong aims to support enterprise adoption of advanced technologies while contributing to the growth of Pakistan’s ICT sector and digital economy.
The facility positions Zong as a leading enabler of Pakistan’s digital transformation, demonstrating a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and secure operations. The Tier-III Data Center is expected to enhance the country’s capacity to host critical enterprise workloads, AI applications, and cloud-based services, providing a reliable and high-performance environment that aligns with global technology standards. Through this initiative, Zong strengthens its role in bridging the gap between innovation and accessibility, fostering inclusive growth, and empowering Pakistan’s digital future.
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