Microsoft is closing its operations in Pakistan, marking the end of a 25-year presence in the South Asian nation. The Redmond-based company on Friday told

Microsoft has shut its operations in Pakistan after 25 years, citing global restructuring and a shift to a cloud-based, partner-led model. The company will continue serving Pakistani customers through regional offices.

After a 25-year presence, Microsoft has reportedly shut down its operations in Pakistan, leaving only a small liaison office. Founding country manager Jawwad Rehman called the move “more than a corporate exit,