PTA gives go-ahead for Telenor, Ufone merger
PTA clears Telenor-Ufone merger, setting the stage for telecom consolidation and intensified competition in Pakistan’s mobile market.
Pakistan
Read More
The High Stakes of Pakistan’s Push for AI Sovereignty
Pakistan’s AI push highlights the tension between ambition and capability, with sovereignty depending on strategic investment, infrastructure, and control over critical technologies.
Jazz, Zong and Ufone get 5G licences – two of them launch services
Pakistan officially enters the 5G era as Jazz and Zong launch services across major cities, while Ufone prepares for rollout amid a strong spectrum position and pending merger.
Zong reports 5G trial speeds exceeding 1.4 Gbps in Islamabad
Zong demonstrates strong 5G readiness with high-speed trial results in Islamabad, highlighting ongoing infrastructure investments and increasing momentum toward commercial 5G deployment in Pakistan.
NGMS/5G licences’ award today: Jazz showcases 5G readiness to PTA delegation
Pakistan moves closer to commercial 5G rollout as operators demonstrate readiness, with Jazz leading in spectrum depth and infrastructure preparedness ahead of licence awards.
Pakistan confirms 5G launch on Eid
Pakistan will launch 5G services around Eid, starting in major cities and expanding nationwide as part of its digital infrastructure push.
Zong Tests 5G in Islamabad With Speeds of More Than 1,400 Mbps
Zong records 1.4 Gbps 5G speeds in Islamabad trials, signaling readiness for rollout as Pakistan’s telecom operators accelerate next-generation network deployment.
MoU to boost freelancing sector
Pakistan’s PAFLA and SI Global Solutions partner to boost freelancing through training, mentorship, and industry linkages, supporting a sector expected to exceed $1 billion in earnings.
Pakistan Jumps to 7th Globally After Major 5G Auction Boost
Pakistan rises to 7th globally in telecom spectrum after a major 5G auction, boosting capacity and positioning the country for faster connectivity, digital growth, and nationwide next-generation network rollout.
5G auction to ease 4G congestion, reshape telecom competition, says expert
Pakistan’s $510M 5G auction aims to ease 4G congestion and reshape telecom competition. Operators now shift focus to network upgrades and performance, with future 5G rollout expected to begin in major cities before expanding nationwide.