Pakistan is ready for an important digital update this year while the Government prepares to establish new underwater Internet cables to strengthen connectivity and admit 5G technology deployment.
The Federal Minister of Information Technology, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, said Thursday that the project would not only improve Internet speed but also improve reliability, reduce interruptions and unlock broader economic opportunities, according to a statement published by the state station. Pakistan radio.
“The new cables will expand the bandwidth capacity, reduce dependence on the oldest systems and place Pakistan as a stronger participant in global digital networks,” Fatima said.
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Previously, Pakistan also actively participated in the main global underwater projects, including the 2Africa cable, installed in Karachi at the end of 2024 and is expected to be carried out at the end of 2025 with a capacity of 180 TBP. Other projects such as Africa -1, Paz and MGG -1 are expected to add more than 26 bp of bandwidth collectively.
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The additional infrastructure is expected, including the three new cables, to help overcome recurring problems linked to cables prone to interruptions such as Asia-Africa-Europe-1 (AAE-1) and Southeast Asia-Middle East-Western Europe 4 (SMW-4), according to Fatima.
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The Government considers that the expansion is central to its broader digital strategy, with the aim of attracting investments, improving the provision of services and allowing companies to climb in a more connected economy.
Industry experts say that the measure could pave the way for the fastest adoption of 5G and strengthen Pakistan’s regional position in digital trade, the statement said.
