Apple has appointed Salman Dar as its first Head of Government Affairs for Pakistan, marking a significant step in the company’s engagement with the country.
Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja welcomed the appointment, saying it reflected growing engagement between Apple and Pakistan. She said government discussions with the company over the past two years, along with Pakistan’s evolving digital landscape, were beginning to produce results.
Khawaja congratulated Dar and expressed hope that his appointment would strengthen cooperation with regulators, policymakers and other stakeholders while supporting Apple’s expansion in Pakistan. She also thanked Omar El Rifai, Apple’s Director of Government Affairs for the Middle East and Pakistan, for his support.
Dar confirmed his appointment in a LinkedIn post, saying he would lead Apple’s government affairs efforts in Pakistan and support the company’s engagement with regulators, policymakers and key stakeholders.
The development comes as Pakistan seeks to strengthen its digital economy and attract greater participation from leading global technology companies. – ERMD
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