Telecom & digital sectors: Senate panel expresses serious concerns over governance, accountability

Pakistan’s Senate IT Committee raised alarms over excessive PTCL board fees, unresolved FIA corruption cases, and weak data protection. Lawmakers questioned governance standards, slow recoveries, and repeated data breaches, calling for audits, regulatory reform, and stronger legislation to safeguard citizens’ information and restore trust in digital institutions.

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Nepal Telecom’s 4G expansion mired in allegations of irregularities and political interference

Nepal Telecom’s 4G expansion project faces investigation over alleged contract violations, political interference, and substandard equipment linked to Huawei. Regulators are probing procurement practices, unpaid penalties, and strategic risks after delays, missing infrastructure, and rising costs undermined service quality and accountability.

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