Pakistan Launches 5G Spectrum Auction in Landmark Step Toward Digital Future
Pakistan formally launched the long-awaited 5G spectrum auction process on Tuesday, marking what officials described as a historic step toward accelerating the country’s digital transformation. The inaugural ceremony, held at a local hotel in Islamabad, was attended by Finance Minister…
Govt Plans Easy Installment Scheme for 5G Smartphones Ahead of Spectrum Auction
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is preparing a mobile phone leasing policy aimed at making 5G smartphones accessible to a wider segment of the population through affordable monthly installments, officials said during a background briefing on preparations for Pakistan’s upcoming 5G…
PTA to Announce Verdict on Ufone–Telenor Merger on Wednesday
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is expected to announce its decision on the proposed merger between Ufone 4G and Telenor Pakistan on Wednesday after completing the final stage of the regulatory review process, officials familiar with the matter said….
IT Minister Shaza Fatima Briefs Media on Pakistan’s 5G Spectrum Auction
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will hold its long-awaited 5G spectrum auction tomorrow morning, with around 600 MHz of spectrum to be offered to telecom operators, Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said during a briefing. The minister said the…
PTA Launches Digital Assistant, Says Affordable 5G Phones Coming Soon
ISLAMABAD: The chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, Hafeez-ur-Rehman, announced that the telecom regulator has launched a digital assistant to help users register complaints and access information related to telecom services. Speaking to reporters, the PTA chief acknowledged that quality…
PTA Chairman Says 5G Spectrum Auction to Be Held Tomorrow, Assures No Rise in Mobile Package Prices
ISLAMABAD: The chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, Hafeez-ur-Rehman, said the country’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction will take place tomorrow at 10:00 am, marking a major step toward next-generation mobile connectivity in Pakistan. Speaking during a technical briefing ahead of…
Govt to Review High PTA Taxes on Smartphones After Lawmakers Raise Concerns
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s government may review the current tax structure imposed on smartphones following growing concerns among lawmakers over the heavy device taxes charged by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority. The issue was raised by members of the National Assembly, prompting the…