Pakistan 5G Rollout Delayed by Two Years Amid Service Quality Criticism

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1

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What happened

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The government informed the National Assembly that extending 5G services across Pakistan will require another two years. Lawmakers criticized poor mobile internet speeds and questioned whether existing networks were ready for wider deployment. Parliamentary Secretary Sabeen Ghouri stated that 5G services are currently available in 24 cities, with work ongoing to improve service quality.

From pakistantimes.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The government's announcement regarding the delay in 5G rollout and the reported poor service quality in Pakistan could reduce national investment confidence.

From pakistantimes.com

Who's involved

Abdul Qadir PatelChaired a session in the National Assembly regarding 5G infrastructure.
PakistanThe sovereign state where the 5G rollout and internet infrastructure discussions are taking place.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

PakistanSpeculative
Might see reduced national investment confidence due to the delay in 5G rollout and poor service quality.

Coverage

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Oct 1pakistantimes.com