Zong, a leading name in Pakistan’s telecom and technology landscape, hosted an immersive event in Karachi to launch its enterprise-grade cloud platform, Z SAIS Cloud. Designed to accelerate digital transformation across industries, the platform provides a secure, scalable, and locally hosted cloud infrastructure tailored for businesses operating in Pakistan. Over 150 participants, including senior executives, technology leaders, and decision-makers, gathered to witness the unveiling of Zong’s next step in promoting a cloud-first digital economy.
The launch event spotlighted how local cloud infrastructure enables businesses to adopt digital-first models while reinforcing data sovereignty and improving efficiency. Z SAIS Cloud was presented as a key enabler of Pakistan’s broader digital evolution, offering organizations across sectors the tools needed to compete on a global scale while maintaining full compliance with local data management regulations.
Zong’s leadership emphasized the importance of digital readiness and seamless service delivery through low-latency, locally hosted solutions. One of the most notable segments of the evening was the announcement of nine new enterprise partnerships with companies including Yango, Keenu, AGP Limited, and Kababjees. These signings demonstrated growing confidence in Z SAIS Cloud’s capabilities to serve a diverse range of industries, from e-commerce and fintech to pharmaceuticals and food services.
Industry experts and keynote speakers such as Nadeem Hussain and Humayun Bashir highlighted the importance of secure and sovereign digital infrastructure. They discussed how localized solutions can empower organizations by enabling smarter service delivery, more informed decision-making, and long-term cost efficiencies. Their insights reflected a shared vision for Pakistan’s digital maturity, underscoring that reliance on external infrastructure must be replaced by homegrown capabilities for sustainable progress.
Attendees experienced a live demonstration of Z SAIS Cloud’s capabilities, showcasing features such as one-window activation, high-speed performance, and a built-in security framework that meets enterprise-grade standards. A virtual walkthrough of Zong’s purpose-built data center further reinforced the platform’s promise of reliability and capacity to scale with growing business needs.
Farooq Raza Khan, Head of Business Solutions at Zong, addressed the gathering and outlined the company’s strategic vision. He remarked that Z SAIS Cloud serves as a foundation for digital growth, delivering an environment where businesses can thrive using secure and localized digital infrastructure. He noted the importance of transitioning to cloud-native systems to support innovation and operational agility in an increasingly competitive landscape.
The event closed with a networking session, where business leaders and technology professionals engaged in discussions around collaboration and innovation. With Z SAIS Cloud now active in Karachi, Zong has added a significant milestone to its journey of enabling Pakistan’s digital economy.
