Islamabad: According to the latest annual report of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, the country’s digital landscape is developing rapidly, with significant progress having been seen in mobile networks, broadband and the local mobile phone industry.
According to the report, 95 per cent of cellular networks in Pakistan have migrated to 4G technology, while the number of broadband users has crossed 60 per cent of the total population. This progress is being described as an important step towards digital inclusion.
According to the PTA, 95 per cent of mobile phones used in the country are now being manufactured locally, including 68 per cent of smartphones. The report said that local mobile manufacturing not only reduced the import bill but also created new employment opportunities.
Regarding cybersecurity, the report said that Pakistan’s position in the global ranking has further improved, while consumer protection measures have resulted in a 13 per cent reduction in complaints.
In the report, the PTA reiterated its commitment to launching 5G and promoting the digital economy, saying that special attention will be paid to improving policy and infrastructure in the future.
According to digital policy experts, local mobile manufacturing and network expansion are leading Pakistan towards digital self-sufficiency. They say that the launch of 5G is expected to lead to significant growth in the IT, fintech and e-commerce sectors.
