Spokesman Report

Islamabad : The National Broadband Network Forum 2024, organized by PTA in collaboration with Huawei, was held in Islamabad under the theme “Gigabit for All ” Mr. Yousaf Raza Gillani Chairman Senate graced the event as the chief guest, emphasizing broadband as a necessity for digital economic growth. He commended PTA’s role in enhancing broadband penetration, noting a milestone of 59% but stressing the need to address the remaining gaps. He also expressed appreciation for Huawei Pakistan’s commitment for ICT sector enablement over the past many years, “Huawei, has been a major partner in the digital transformation of Pakistan, and we are looking forward to working closely together to further enable the industry in the fields of AI, Cloud and Big Data.”

Minister of State for IT, Shiza Fatima, assured the government’s continued support to the telecom sector in bridging the digital divide. Chairman PTA highlighted the importance of collaboration and innovation in achieving universal connectivity. Secretary MoIT pledged sustained efforts toward building a digitally inclusive Pakistan.

Aamir Ibrahim, CEO Jazz said, “We applaud PTA’s leadership in fostering collaboration and driving initiatives like the National Broadband Network Forum, which are instrumental in shaping Pakistan’s digital future. With a broadband penetration milestone of 59%, it is clear that strategic partnerships—such as those with PTA and technology leaders like Huawei—are vital in advancing internet accessibility, AI-driven innovation, and broadband infrastructure. At Jazz, we remain steadfast in our commitment to working alongside PTA and other stakeholders to ensure that digital transformation empowers growth, inclusion, and progress for all Pakistanis.”

Huawei’s CEO reaffirmed the commitment to providing cutting-edge broadband solutions, furthering Pakistan’s digital transformation. CEO Jazz and NERA PTA’s 5G consultants also shared their dedication to enhancing broadband infrastructure across the country.

The event underscored the collective commitment to advancing Pakistan’s broadband infrastructure and fostering a smart, connected future. The NBN Forum 2024 is the second in a series of international forums hosted by PTA, focusing on increasing broadband penetration in Pakistan.