5G Spectrum
Majority of Smartphones in Pakistan Now 5G-Ready as Spectrum Auction Nears
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Pakistan is moving closer to its first 5G spectrum auction, with sources in the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) claiming that nearly 80% of mobile phones…
Pakistan 5G Auction Targeted for Ramadan as IT Minister Issues Ultimatum
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The wait for next-generation connectivity in Pakistan is almost over. Federal Minister of IT Shaza Fatima has confirmed that the much-anticipated 5G spectrum auction is…
5G Spectrum Auction Update: Bidding Set for February 25
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially started the countdown for the country’s first 5G spectrum auction. With the publication of the Information Memorandum (IM)…
5G Spectrum Update: PTA Finalizes Information Memorandum for Auction
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has finalised the Information Memorandum (IM) for the highly anticipated 5G spectrum auction. This development marks a critical procedural step.…
5G Spectrum Auction Update: Base Prices & Payment Plans Finalised
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The federal government of Pakistan has officially announced the base prices for the upcoming multi-band 5G spectrum auction. This move provides essential financial clarity to…
Pakistan Sets 5G Auction for Next Month as Spectrum Shortage Remains Key Internet Bottleneck
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Pakistan plans to auction 5G spectrum next month as the government moves to fix long-standing internet performance issues, IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja said during…
PTCL Group Eyes 5G Spectrum, Fierce Telecom Competition Post-Telenor Deal
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Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited has completed the acquisition of 100 percent of the issued share capital of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers, marking one of…
Govt Approves 5G Spectrum Auction, Sets Base Price and Guidelines
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The federal cabinet has greenlit Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction, signaling a major step toward the nationwide rollout of next-generation mobile services. Formal policy directives…
Pakistan’s Telecom Sector Urges Reforms to Accelerate 5G Rollout
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Pakistan’s telecom industry is at a critical juncture as operators push for 5G deployment amid economic and regulatory hurdles. Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) have submitted…
Pakistan Pushes Forward with 5G Auction Despite Court Challenges
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The government has decided to move ahead with the auction of 5G spectrum, even though the “clean spectrum” condition is not fully met. Out of…
PTCL Races to Acquire Telenor Ahead of 5G Spectrum Auction
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Pakistan’s telecom sector is poised for a major transformation as PTCL moves to acquire Telenor Pakistan, sources familiar with the matter confirmed. The deal, valued…
PTA Announces New Reforms Amid Growing Criticism Over Slow Connectivity & Poor Service Quality
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In a bid to counter rising public frustration over poor service quality, patchy coverage, and widespread digital fraud, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has unveiled…
Federal Govt to Decide on Pakistan’s First 5G Auction This Week
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The federal government is gearing up to hold a crucial meeting of the Auction Advisory Committee to finalize plans for Pakistan’s first 5G spectrum auction.…
