The Ministry of IT and Telecom has announced a detailed plan for launching 5G services in Pakistan. According to official documents presented in Parliament, the rollout for telecom operators is scheduled for June 2025, with nationwide implementation expected to begin in July 2025.
Key Milestones in the 5G Timeline
- February 2025: A consultant will submit recommendations to the Spectrum Advisory Committee.
- March 2025: The committee will finalize policy reforms, addressing critical aspects such as:
- Spectrum pricing.
- Trading conditions.
- Taxation.
- April 2025: The federal government will approve a policy directive for 5G.
- May 2025: Auctioning of key spectrum bands, including 3500 MHz, 2600 MHz, 2300 MHz, and 700 MHz, will take place.
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Nationwide Rollout in July 2025
Telecom operators will begin launching 5G services across the country starting in July 2025, marking a significant leap forward in Pakistan’s digital connectivity and technological infrastructure.
