On 21st November 2024, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) hosted a consultation session in Islamabad to discuss improvements in VPN registration processes. Attendees included representatives from the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), PASHA, PAFLA, MoIT, MoFA, and the State Bank of Pakistan. The session focused on facilitating legitimate VPN users, such as software houses, BPO firms, banks, embassies, and freelancers, while ensuring data security and uninterrupted internet access. Stakeholders explored mechanisms to streamline VPN registration processes to support business continuity and secure online services.