Lenovo has announced the appointment of Tarek Alankari as Senior Vice President and President for Middle East, Turkey and Africa operations, effective January 5, 2026. Alankari will lead Lenovo’s regional strategy and expansion from the company’s headquarters in Saudi Arabia.
Strategic Regional Leadership and Vision
Lenovo is committed to strengthening its presence across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa by aligning operations with key regional priorities and serving as a trusted technology partner for national transformation programs. These include Saudi Vision 2030, UAE Digital Government Strategy, Dubai Smart City, Qatar National Vision 2030, and the African Union Digital Transformation Strategy.
The company aims to enable countries, institutions and consumers in the region to capitalize on growth and innovation opportunities through AI-powered solutions, cloud infrastructure, and advanced computing technologies. This strategic focus positions Lenovo to support the region’s digital transformation initiatives across multiple sectors.
Executive Experience and Background
Tarek Alankari brings 25 years of leadership experience in technology, telecommunications, cloud computing and digital sectors to Lenovo’s executive team. His extensive background will support the company’s accelerated transformation in the region during this critical growth phase.
Most recently, Alankari served as Chief Executive Officer of Saudi-based “E&Enterprise,” where he contributed to the company’s success and expansion to achieve leadership positions in digital infrastructure, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and financial technology. His proven capabilities in establishing high-growth companies and delivering advanced technology solutions will support Lenovo’s innovation leadership across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.
We are pleased to welcome Tarek Alankari to Lenovo’s leadership team. We are confident that his extensive experience in establishing digital companies and leading transformation will contribute to enhancing our business expansion across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa region.
Matt Zielinski, Executive Vice President and President of International Markets at Lenovo
Regional Expansion and Manufacturing Investments
The appointment of Tarek Alankari reflects Lenovo’s strategic commitment to expanding its presence in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa through significant investments. These include establishing its regional headquarters in Riyadh and opening an advanced manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia in partnership with “Alat” company.
These strategic moves represent important milestones for enhancing Lenovo’s proximity to regional customers, accelerating product market entry, improving supply chain efficiency, and providing locally-designed solutions tailored to meet government, enterprise and consumer needs. The combined regional headquarters and manufacturing facility embody Lenovo’s vision to support innovation, enable national talent, and accelerate digital transformation across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.
