ISLAMABAD
Pakistan has decided to formulate a spectrum sharing policy aimed at improving network coverage and connectivity, particularly in underserved and remote areas, officials said.
According to sources in the Ministry of Information Technology, a policy framework has been shared with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for review, alongside an assessment of newly available spectrum bands.
The proposed policy will allow telecom operators to share spectrum resources, enabling multiple networks to operate through a single tower in low-density regions, reducing infrastructure costs while expanding service reach.
Officials said the initiative is designed to enhance service quality and ensure more efficient use of spectrum, following the recent 5G auction that increased total available spectrum from 274 MHz to around 750 MHz.
The expanded spectrum capacity has prompted a fresh review of sharing mechanisms to maximise its impact on nationwide connectivity.
Industry stakeholders expect the move to significantly improve coverage and service reliability, with formal implementation likely after the review of new spectrum bands is completed.
The policy underscores the government’s broader push to strengthen digital infrastructure and deliver wider, more reliable telecom services to consumers across the country.
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