Pakistan’s Telecommunication Industry Faces Growth Challenges Amid Political Uncertainty and High Costs

Pakistan’s telecom sector is hindered by political instability, low returns, and a dollar-based spectrum auction fee. Slow internet speeds caused by firewall installations have impacted IT businesses, leading many to relocate. Additionally, the mismatch between revenue in rupees and dollar-denominated fees worsens the financial challenges faced by the industry.

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GSMA Digital Nation Summit Spotlights Pakistan’s Opportunities and Challenges in Closing Mobile Internet Gap

The GSMA’s Digital Nation Summit in Islamabad praised Pakistan’s progress but warned of a 52% mobile Internet usage gap, the largest in APAC. With reforms on spectrum, taxation, trust, and regulation, Pakistan could transform into a digital powerhouse, boosting economic growth, social inclusion, and regional leadership in innovation.

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DigitalOcean Opens New Headquarters in Karachi with COLABS to Strengthen Pakistan’s Tech Ecosystem

DigitalOcean has opened its new headquarters in Karachi, Pakistan, in collaboration with COLABS. The move supports DigitalOcean’s growth in the region, offering tailored workspaces and advanced tech infrastructure to foster innovation and collaboration within Pakistan’s growing tech ecosystem, benefiting startups, developers, and SMEs.

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