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Microsoft has announced the closure of its operations in Pakistan after a significant 25-year tenure, as part of a global workforce reduction that will see 9,000 jobs cut worldwide. This move underscores Pakistan's challenges in sustaining its appeal in the swiftly advancing digital arena.
Dr Arif Alvi, Pakistan's former president, reacted to the news on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, suggesting that Microsoft's departure is symptomatic of broader economic difficulties. He highlighted rising unemployment, brain drain, and reduced purchasing power as alarming indicators of the country's trajectory.
Dr Alvi re...