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September 11, 2026
PTA has introduced a mandatory certification requirement for telecom equipment, creating a new compliance step before devices can enter or operate in Pakistan.
September 10, 2026
Pakistan’s IT Ministry has revised the Telecom Re-organisation Amendment Bill after concerns over private property and right-of-way provisions, with the government preparing to reintroduce the legislation in the National Assembly.
September 10, 2026
A petition before Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court seeks to restrict social media access for children under 16, introduce mandatory age verification and strengthen safeguards against cyberbullying, harmful content and online exploitation.
September 8, 2026
Pakistan has built much of the regulatory foundation for satellite broadband, but the rollout of Starlink and other LEO operators remains tied to PSARB rules, licensing requirements, security controls and unresolved institutional issues.
September 3, 2026
Pakistan’s 5G expansion and nationwide fibre deployment face renewed uncertainty after the government withdrew the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) (Amendment) Bill 2026, with fresh legislation expected to […]
September 2, 2026
Punjab Assembly urges ban on social media for under-16s, calling for age checks and child safety laws amid global debate on youth digital access.
August 23, 2026
Pakistan's fixed satellite services licensing framework is in its final stages and headed to Cabinet soon, with SpaceX, OneWeb, and others already expressing interest in the market.
August 17, 2026
Pakistan and Norway agreed to deepen cooperation on counter terrorism, migration, trade, climate and maritime affairs, praising Pakistan’s regional peace role and boosting people to people links.
August 13, 2026
Pakistan’s cabinet approves a 2026 housing policy prioritizing vertical, energy efficient construction, alongside Rs220bn in Apna Ghar loans, cybersecurity standards and refinery upgrades nationwide.
August 8, 2026
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye have signed a joint defence agreement in Mecca to enhance security cooperation and strengthen regional stability.
August 6, 2026
Punjab is launching permanent digital IDs for 15 million government school students to unify records, cut duplication and boost oversight.
August 5, 2026
Pakistan targets 90% clean energy by 2035 with battery storage, renewable expansion and local battery manufacturing.
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