April 2025

Tech Valley Pakistan X PEF Visit to NRTC to Advance Pakistan’s First Local Chromebook Assembly Line HARIPUR, PAKISTAN – April 14th, 2025 – Tech Valley Pakistan hosted a visit to the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) in Haripur, welcoming Mr. Shahid Farid, Managing Director of the Punjab Education Foundation (PEF), to review progress on Pakistan’s first local Chromebook assembly line. This landmark initiative is a collaboration between Tech Valley Pakistan, PEF, NRTC, Google, and Allied, marking a transformative step in advancing digital education across Punjab.  The visit aimed to align all stakeholders on deploying over 300 Schools of Eminence across Punjab and integrating Google for Education tools and technologies within these institutions. This unprecedented step is crucial for ensuring digital inclusion and preparing students for the future. Paul Hutchings, Regional Manager of Education, Google, acknowledged Tech Valley’s significant role and emphasised Google’s commitment to the project and a broader vision for digital education in Pakistan, including potential expansion into the gaming market and the provision of AI/cybersecurity courses. Representatives from Allied shared updates underscoring their role in Chromebook and gaming device manufacturing and their dedication to building a technology ecosystem in Pakistan with the potential for job creation. Future collaborations were also explored, including leveraging the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for AI and cybersecurity training. The long-term vision includes expanding into the gaming sector and exploring opportunities for exporting “Made in Pakistan” products. Umar Farooq, CEO of Tech Valley Pakistan, emphasised the importance of timely execution to ensure impact at scale and reiterated Tech Valley’s commitment to driving digital transformation in Punjab’s education sector. The launch of the Chromebook assembly line is a significant step towards ensuring equitable access to Chromebook devices and empowering the students of Punjab with essential digital tools, and preparing them for a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Tech Valley Launches Pakistan’s First Google-Verified Chromebook Store Islamabad, Pakistan – March 28th, 2025 – Tech Valley, Pakistan’s leading technology and digital education enabler, has officially launched MyChromebook.pk, the country’s first trusted and Google-verified Chromebook e-commerce platform. The virtual launch event brought together key stakeholders from Google for Education, Beaconhouse School System, and Allied to celebrate this milestone in Pakistan’s digital learning transformation. The event featured prominent speakers, including Umar Farooq, CEO of Tech Valley, who emphasized the critical need for authentic Chromebooks in Pakistan’s education sector. “Parents, teachers, and students have long struggled with counterfeit and non-verified Chromebooks in the market, leading to compatibility and security issues. With MyChromebook.pk, we are ensuring that every device sold is Google-certified, education-optimized, and backed by reliable support,” he stated. Google for Education’s Tim Paolini (Special Initiatives Head) applauded the collaboration, saying, “This initiative marks a significant step in bringing verified Chromebooks to Pakistani students and educators. Google proudly supports Tech Valley and Beaconhouse in making quality digital learning accessible.” Edmund Li (Strategic Partner Manager, Google for Education) highlighted the long-term impact of this venture: “MyChromebook.pk isn’t just a store—it’s a movement toward legitimizing EdTech in Pakistan. Now, schools and parents can purchase Chromebooks with confidence, knowing they meet global education standards.” Ali Ahmad Khan, COO of Beaconhouse, served as the chief guest and inaugurated the platform. He shared Beaconhouse’s vision for digital learning, stating, “Currently, over 20,000 Beaconhouse students use personal devices, and we expect this number to grow to 32,000 next year. MyChromebook.pk solves a major pain point by providing verified devices, ensuring seamless integration with our digital classrooms.” This initiative is set to expand access to Google’s education ecosystem, empowering schools, universities, and individual learners. Tech Valley, Google, and Allied aim to foster local partnerships, encouraging more manufacturers to introduce certified Chromebooks in Pakistan.