Islamabad, March 10, 2026: Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (PTML), operating under the Ufone brand alongside its digital telecom brand onic, has successfully acquired 5G spectrum in the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) 5G spectrum auction held in Islamabad. This acquisition marks a pivotal step in Pakistan’s digital transformation, bringing faster connectivity, ultra-low latency services, and new digital experiences for consumers, businesses, and industries.

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The 5G spectrum secured by PTML (Ufone) will also be utilized by Telenor Pakistan following the completion of its merger with PTML (Ufone), pending regulatory approvals. The combined entity (MergeCo) will leverage this spectrum to deliver advanced digital services to more than 70 million customers nationwide, creating a robust digital platform for the country.

The introduction of 5G is expected to have far-reaching implications. For consumers, it promises ultra-high-definition video streaming, immersive cloud gaming, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and faster access to entertainment and services. For businesses, 5G will unlock innovations such as smart factories, AI-powered analytics, connected logistics, and mission-critical cloud connectivity.

In vital sectors like healthcare, education, agriculture, and public services, 5G will facilitate advancements like remote diagnostics, virtual classrooms, smart farming, intelligent traffic systems, and next-gen financial services. PTML’s acquisition of 5G spectrum demonstrates its commitment to enhancing the quality and reach of digital services for both individual and enterprise customers.

Following the merger with Telenor Pakistan, the integrated network will provide better spectrum utilization, stronger nationwide coverage, and more capacity for investment, accelerating the deployment of advanced technologies. The rollout of 5G will begin with major urban centers and gradually expand across Pakistan, with significant investments in network modernization, site densification, and digital infrastructure development.

Hatem Bamatraf, President and Group CEO, PTCL & Ufone, highlighted, “5G is more than just faster speeds; it’s about creating new digital experiences and economic opportunities. Our goal is to build resilient infrastructure that supports Pakistan’s rapidly growing digital economy. 5G will empower customers, businesses, and industries to transform and thrive in a digital-first world.”

He added, “Through the merger with Telenor Pakistan, we will be in a unique position to deploy 5G on a large scale, serving millions of customers and contributing to Pakistan’s economic growth.”

The deployment of 5G aligns with Pakistan’s Digital Pakistan vision, supporting the country’s digital infrastructure development and accelerating innovation while expanding access to modern digital services.