Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman, paid an official visit to the Telenor Group headquarters in Norway during his participation in the UN Internet Governance Forum.
The visit aimed to strengthen international partnerships and support Pakistan’s digital transformation and telecommunications advancement.
During his visit, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman held high-level discussions with senior Telenor officials, including the Group’s Chief Financial Officer and the Head of External Relations, People and Strategy.
The meetings centered on the pivotal role of the telecommunications sector in developing secure and resilient digital infrastructure, which is vital to national development.
A key highlight of the visit was a live demonstration of 5G and Artificial Intelligence (AI) use cases, presenting groundbreaking applications in areas such as healthcare, smart mobility, and urban planning.
These demonstrations highlighted how next-generation technologies can contribute to Pakistan’s socio-economic progress by revolutionizing key sectors.
The Chairman also participated in a dedicated session on spectrum allocation, learning about best practices implemented in Nordic countries.
The session provided valuable insights into effective spectrum management and sustainable policy-making, offering a model for future regulatory initiatives in Pakistan.
This official engagement reflects the PTA’s ongoing efforts to align Pakistan’s telecom policies with international standards. By fostering dialogue with global industry leaders like Telenor, the PTA aims to enhance the country’s digital ecosystem, improve infrastructure quality, and promote secure, reliable, and innovative telecommunications services.
The visit underscores Pakistan’s commitment to building a robust digital future through global cooperation, strategic investments, and technology-driven growth. It also positions the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) as an active player in shaping international telecommunications policies while ensuring that Pakistan remains on the path to becoming a digitally empowered nation.
The visit marked a significant step toward strengthening Pakistan’s digital landscape through international collaboration. By engaging with global telecom leaders and exploring advanced technologies like 5G and AI, the PTA reinforces its commitment to modernizing the country’s regulatory framework and ensuring secure, innovative, and high-quality telecommunication services for all.