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September 6, 2025 - Comments Off on Submarine Cable Damage Threatens Internet Services

Submarine Cable Damage Threatens Internet Services

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd (PTCL) has warned that internet services may be degraded during peak hours following submarine cable cuts in Saudi waters near Jeddah. The company's spokesperson stated that international partners are working to resolve the issue while local teams are arranging alternative bandwidth to minimize the impact. Submarine cables are the backbone of global internet connectivity, and damage to these critical infrastructure components can have widespread effects on data transmission.

February 4, 2025 - Comments Off on Starlink expected to operate in Pakistan by Summer 2025: Government

Starlink expected to operate in Pakistan by Summer 2025: Government

Starlink, the satellite internet network owned by Elon Musk, is expected begin operations in Pakistan by June of 2025, according to the government, as 90% of the registration process has been completed. In order to operate in Pakistan, low earth orbit (LEO) satellite operators must register with the Pakistan Space Regulatory Board after which the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority will issue licenses if successful. According to news reports, Starlink will meet the June 2025 operational target.