Pakistan's 5G spectrum auction is set to take place before June 2025, with a commercial rollout expected in late 2025 or early 2026, according to the PTA.
The PTA chairman, Major General (Retired) Hafeez Ur Rehman, confirmed the government's commitment to resolving industry challenges such as low ARPU and spectrum pricing.
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication is establishing a National Fiberization Plan to enhance digital highways and improve connectivity.
The successful implementation of 5G in Pakistan depends on robust digital infrastructure and widespread fiber-optic expansion, enabling a seamless rollout of next-generation technologies.