Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Indus Cloud, part of the Master Group, to introduce advanced cloud solutions powered by Huawei Cloud in Pakistan.

The partnership marks a significant step in PTCL’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its cloud and data center portfolio and expand access to enterprise-grade digital infrastructure in the country. By combining PTCL’s nationwide infrastructure and enterprise reach with Indus Cloud’s platform capabilities, the collaboration will make Huawei Cloud stack services more accessible to enterprise and government customers, enabling secure, scalable, and locally hosted solutions tailored to evolving business needs.

The partnership agreement was signed by Asif Ahmad, Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL & Ufone 5G, and Rumman Arshad Dar, Chief Investment and Information Officer, Indus Cloud Limited. Also present at the signing ceremony were Muhammad Sharukh Malik, Director Product Management Cloud & Digital, B2B Strategy & Product Management, PTCL & Ufone 5G, and Syeda Amina Ahmed, Head of Enterprise Business, Indus Cloud Limited.

Speaking on the occasion, Asif Ahmad said, “As organisations across Pakistan accelerate their digital transformation, the need for secure, scalable and locally hosted cloud infrastructure has become mission-critical. At PTCL, we are building the country’s most comprehensive digital infrastructure ecosystem, combining connectivity, data centers and cloud to enable this transition at scale. Through this partnership, we are further strengthening our cloud portfolio by bringing Huawei Cloud stack capabilities to Pakistan, empowering enterprises and government institutions with globally benchmarked solutions delivered with local reliability, compliance and support.”

Rumman Arshad Dar, Chief Investment and Information Officer, Indus Cloud Limited, said, “PTCL’s nationwide reach provides a strong foundation to extend Huawei Cloud stack capabilities to organisations seeking robust and locally compliant cloud solutions. We look forward to building on this partnership and supporting customers with infrastructure that meets evolving market requirements.”

The partnership adds further depth to PTCL’s cloud portfolio and reflects a shared focus on strengthening local access to enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure in Pakistan.

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and LOLC Microfinance Bank have signed an agreement to provide comprehensive cloud services through PTCL Smart Cloud. The partnership will leverage PTCL’s advanced infrastructure and platform solutions to provide LOLC with scalable, secure technology to support its growing microfinance operations across Pakistan.

Farooq Rashid, Chief Executive Officer, LOLC Microfinance Bank, and Asif Ahmad, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL & Ufone 4G, signed the agreement at a ceremony in Islamabad. The signing was witnessed by senior executives from LOLC Microfinance Bank, including Ilsam Awfer, Chief Operating Officer, Nizar Ali Momnani, Chief Commercial Officer, and Faraz Basheer, Head of IT, along with PTCL & Ufone 4G executives Haseeb Hashmi, Group Director Enterprise Solutions, and Syed Imran Ali Bukhari, Group Vice President Strategy and Product Management.

On the occasion, Farooq Rashid, Chief Executive Officer, LOLC Microfinance Bank, said, “We are pleased to sign this agreement with PTCL as our trusted partner for infrastructure as a Service at PTCL Smart Cloud. This partnership signifies a transformative step forward in the Microfinance Bank’s approach to infrastructure, platforms, and data management. By leveraging PTCL’s data center and telecommunications expertise, LOLC aims to achieve an enhanced and reliable operating leverage and reduced time-to-market of products and services.”

During the signing ceremony, Asif Ahmad, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL & Ufone 4G, said, “We are pleased to sign an agreement with LOLC Micro Finance Bank to support them in fulfilling their business needs. PTCL, being a national company, is leading the digitalisation effort across the country. Through such partnerships, PTCL continues to play its key role in the development of telecom infrastructure by providing innovative and secure solutions to the corporate sector that will further contribute towards the overall economic growth of the country.”

PTCL endeavours to provide best-in-class services to its corporate customers across various industries in Pakistan. This agreement is part of the growth momentum across diverse areas of ICT and Security Solutions, which is key to Pakistan’s digital banking ecosystem. 

Islamabad, July 23, 2025: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited have signed an agreement for the provision of primary Data Center colocation services at PTCL’s Tier-III Data Center facility. PTCL will provide Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited with a secure and reliable Data Center environment equipped with modern infrastructure, platform solutions, and managed security services.

Asif Ahmad, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL and Ufone 4G, and Muhammad Atif Hanif, Chief Executive Officer, Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited, signed the agreement during a ceremony held at the Bank’s Head Office in Karachi.

Shahid Sumar, Chief Information Officer, Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited, Syed Muhammad Saqib, Head of IT Infrastructure, Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited, Basharat Qureshi, Group VP Enterprise, PTCL & Ufone 4G, Sayyed Imran Bukhari, Group VP B2B Strategy, PTCL & Ufone 4G, Saleem Ullah Baig, Group VP DC Ops, PTCL & Ufone 4G, and Umar Farooqi, Group Director Enterprise, PTCL, were also present on the occasion, along with other officials.

During the signing ceremony, Asif Ahmad, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL and Ufone 4G, said, “We are pleased to enter a partnership with Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited to support them in their information technology and digital transformation vision. As the national carrier of Pakistan, PTCL aspires to be at the forefront of assisting leading organizations in their efforts to adopt cutting-edge technology solutions to drive the national digital agenda.”

On the occasion, Muhammad Atif Hanif, Chief Executive Officer, Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited, stated, “We are pleased to sign this agreement with PTCL as our trusted partner for Data Center facility as part of the Bank’s technology transformation strategy. This partnership represents a major step forward in enhancing our infrastructure and strengthening our approach to data and platform management. By leveraging PTCL’s expertise, we aim to improve security, reduce time-to-market, and deliver a digitally empowered financial experience to our customers and partners.”

PTCL continues to deliver best-in-class ICT and security services to organizations across various industries in Pakistan. This agreement reflects the growing momentum in adopting digital solutions that enable a modern, customer-centric banking ecosystem.