Pakistan on Track to Launch 5G Services by August 2024

In a significant stride towards embracing cutting-edge technology, Pakistan is primed to introduce 5G services and mobile connectivity nationwide, with a scheduled rollout set for August 2024, as confirmed by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication on Tuesday.

Pakistan is getting ready to bring in super-fast 5G internet all over the country by August 2024. This is a big step forward in using advanced technology. It means Pakistan will join other vital countries that also have 5G services.

The decision to do this comes from people wanting faster and better phone and internet services.

To make sure everything goes smoothly, the Ministry of Information Technology will get help from an expert from another country. They’ve asked for advice from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority. They’ve also suggested forming a particular group of advisors to help guide the 5G project.

The government is planning how to make 5G available for everyone. They won’t just give it away for free to phone companies. Instead, they’ll help companies with the costs of setting up the necessary infrastructure.

Benefits

Here are some of the ways that 5G could benefit Pakistanis:

• Faster internet speeds: 5G is expected to be up to 100 times faster than 4G, which will enable users to download and stream large files quickly and easily. This could be especially beneficial for businesses and students who need to access large amounts of data.
• Lower latency: 5G has lower latency than 4G, which means that there is less lag between when a request is sent and when a response is received. This is important for applications such as online gaming and video conferencing, where even a small amount of lag can be disruptive.
• Improved connectivity: 5G can support more devices and connections than 4G, which means that there will be less congestion and more reliable connectivity. This is important for areas with high populations, where 4G networks can often become overloaded.

Before they can start, they’ll need to make some significant changes in the telecom industry. This includes dealing with ongoing legal cases about how to divide up the airwaves. They also want to encourage phone companies to actively take part in the process.

To make 5G even more widespread, the plan also includes making it easier to handle financial matters and laying down special cables.