Pakistan to Launch 5G Auctions and Digital Authority for Broadband Growth
Addressing the National Broadband Forum in Islamabad today, she said legislation in this regard will be introduced in the National Assembly this evening.
The state minister detailed that the Commission will be headed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and will include all provincial chief ministers and representatives from major regulatory authorities like NADRA and PTA.
She announced that the Pakistan Digital Authority will be formed later to ensure a comprehensive national framework and a master plan for digitalization with three main priority areas economy, governance, and society.
Shaza Fatima said 5G and 4G spectrum auctions will be made in April next year which will significantly improve internet services in the country.
She said the availability of these spectrums and investment in telecom infrastructure will enhance internet speed in the country which is a big problem for our freelancers and IT professionals.
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The Minister of State expressed the hope that these initiatives will unlock the true potential of our country in an era where technology touches every aspect of our lives.
Addressing the forum, Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani called for creating a favorable environment for public-private partnerships to drive the digital agenda and ensure the effective deployment of advanced technology.
He said demand for connectivity is increasing with an increase in population therefore, it is our responsibility to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Pakistanis have high-quality broadband services.
The Chairman Senate urged all stakeholders to join hands to ensure that every school has high-speed internet, every individual can participate in the digital economy and businesses can thrive in villages.
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