Ufone has officially completed its merger with Telenor Pakistan, ending months of waiting after the deal faced delays despite receiving key approvals. Sources confirmed to TechJuice that the final straw that was stuck in a legal hurdle has been sorted today in the favor of Ufone, making tomorrow the first official day of combined operations under Ufone’s leadership.
Although the merger had already received regulatory approvals, several operational and legal processes delayed its completion. Those issues have now been resolved, allowing the transaction to move into its operational phase.
How the merger reached this stage
The merger process began in December 2023, when Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Telenor Pakistan from Telenor Group. The acquisition formed part of Telenor’s decision to exit the Pakistani telecom market, while PTCL sought to strengthen its mobile business through Ufone.
Over the following months, the transaction secured approvals from key regulators. The acquisition was officially completed on December 31, 2025, after PTCL finalized the purchase of Telenor Pakistan. Later, in March 2026, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) approved the amalgamation of Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (Ufone) and Telenor Pakistan, subject to regulatory conditions. However, both operators continued to function separately while the remaining legal, technical, and operational requirements were completed. With today’s confirmation, that transition has officially come to an end.
The merger brings together two of Pakistan’s major mobile network operators under a single organization. Industry experts believe the combined company will have a stronger position in Pakistan’s competitive telecom market.
Customers are not expected to experience any immediate disruption to their mobile services. However, the company is expected to integrate its networks, systems, and operations over the coming months. More details about customer migration, branding, and future service plans are likely to be announced in phases.
People familiar with the development say internal teams have been preparing for the transition for several months. With the merger now officially complete, the company’s focus will shift toward network integration, service improvements, and combining business operations.
The completion of the merger marks a major milestone for Pakistan’s telecom sector. It also closes a lengthy transition process and begins a new chapter for both Ufone and Telenor Pakistan. Further announcements regarding integration plans and future strategy are expected in the coming weeks.
