Telecom operators seek policy relief ahead of 5G auction
Industry proposes rupee-based pricing, tax exemptions, long-term installment payments to enable 5G rollout
Industry proposes rupee-based pricing, tax exemptions, long-term installment payments to enable 5G rollout
PTA chairman says preparations complete, 5G spectrum auction may be held by mid-Feb
Govt decides to auction full 2600MHz band as court cases over part of spectrum remain unresolved
Pakistan struggles with low telecom spectrum and rising user complaints
Authority says until 140 MHz spectrum is cleared by courts, 5G auction will be risky
PTA says rollout may face delays due to legal issues, pending telecom mergers, infrastructure costs
Minister also unveils plans for digital infrastructure overhaul
Minister Shaza also acknowledges several hurdles impeding country’s digital growth
Key initiatives in IT and Telecom Sector including procurement digitization, 5G auction, and startup funding receive govt push
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