Telecom industry flags compatible device gap, pricing risks ahead of Pakistan’s 5G spectrum auction
Industry warns fewer than 3 million 5G smartphones, high import costs and foreign-currency spectrum pricing could restrict adoption
Telecom operators urge PIA-style reforms, rupee-based pricing for upcoming spectrum auction
Industry says pragmatic policy design is critical for expanding digital connectivity and supporting economic growth
Pakistan’s telecom sector hits 200 million subscribers, Rs1 trillion revenue in FY2024-25
Sectoral investments rise to $838 million, telecom coverage expanded beyond 92% broadband penetration exceeds 60%
Pakistan hits 200 million telecom subscribers, with 150 million broadband users
To mark the milestone, mobile operators offer 2GB free data and 200 on-net minutes to all users, valid for 24 hours on June 20, 2025
PTCL’s Telenor acquisition: Inside the $400 million merger that reshapes digital competition
The Competition Commission's conditional approval of PTCL's acquisition of Telenor Pakistan marks the telecommunications sector's most consequential consolidation in a decade
PTCL briefs CCP on business plan amid ongoing Telenor Pakistan acquisition
PTCL outlines proposed acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers; CCP seeks further clarification on competition and consumer impact
Telenor finally packs up shop from Pakistan, what all will change?
With PTCL acquiring Telenor Pakistan, who is set to benefit the most from the deal?
Telenor expresses concern over declining customer base due to delays in PTCL acquisition of its Pakistan operations
Regulatory approvals for the divestment of Telenor Pakistan have taken longer than anticipated, acquisition expected in the second half of 2025, says Telenor International
PTCL receives PTA nod for Telenor Pakistan, Orion Towers takeover, awaits final corporate clearances
PTA issues NOC for PTCL’s acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers after accepting regulator’s conditions
PTCL could become a $5 billion company, argues Chase Securities
The brokerage believes the acquisition of Telenor Pakistan will unlock significant consolidation value for the company and boost its market cap past a psychological barrier
Countrywide internet slow downs expected as PTCL schedules maintenance
Faulty repeater repair activity on submarine cable may constrict national internet availability
Govt panel meets today to finalise Pakistan’s first 5G spectrum auction
US-based consultancy NERA to present pricing, band allocation and rollout roadmap to Spectrum Advisory Committee
Delay in CCP decision on Telenor-PTCL merger poses risks to 5G launch timeline: report
Litigation over 140 MHz spectrum and merger uncertainty may derail April 2025 target for 5G rollout
5G rollout set for June as Telecom Ministry finalizes roadmap
Spectrum auction scheduled for May; policy reforms to be completed by March
Pakistan’s 5G rollout faces delay amid litigation, high operational costs
IT minister says spectrum auction may move to January 2026 as sector struggles with taxes, losses
