Zohaib becomes first Pakistani to be elected ASOCIO vice-chairman

Business Recorder reported that Muhammad Zohaib Khan, who previously led the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA), has been voted in as vice chairman of ASOCIO, the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization. Khan is the first Pakistani ever to hold this vice chairman role and board seat, a milestone after more than 25 years of ASOCIO engagement with the country. Khan, who holds a Pride of Pakistan award, said the election reflects the growing profile, innovation and competitiveness of the country's digital ecosystem.

In his remarks, Khan said his aims include strengthening Pakistan's place within the group, building overseas partnerships and widening openings for local IT companies and specialists in international markets. He called the appointment a source of pride for the country and the local IT sector. Earlier, Khan guided P@SHA through a phase of rapid expansion, the report noted.

ASOCIO brings together national technology bodies from around 26 economies in Asia and Oceania, serving as a regional ICT federation. The group was formed to support cross-border ties, policy discussion and sector growth across the region. According to the report, the appointment is expected to help boost software exports, international joint ventures and Pakistan's standing as a regional technology hub.