PTA Issues Draft License to Ease Starlink Operations in Pakistan

PTA Opens Door for Starlink: New Satellite Internet License Unveiled - THE DESTINATION

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has released a draft license framework for Fixed Satellite Services (FSS), opening the door for global and local satellite internet providers to formally operate in Pakistan. This should make it easier for the likes of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite providers to enter Pakistan. Industry experts see this as a […] The post PTA Opens Door for Starlink: New Satellite Internet License Unveiled…

PTA Draft New License to Attract Starlink Providers

Pakistan has taken a major step toward expanding digital access with a new draft framework for a satellite internet license. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) unveiled the proposal this week, signaling an easier path for companies like Elon Musk’s Starlink to officially begin operations in the country. A Breakthrough for Connectivity Industry experts describe this move as a turning point for digital connectivity in Pakistan. By lowe…

PTA issues draft license to ease Starlink operations in Pakistan

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has published a draft license framework for Fixed Satellite Services (FSS), paving the way for foreign and local satellite internet operators to officially enter Pakistan. It should further ease entry for the likes of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite operators. This is being viewed by industry experts as the breakthrough point that will revolutionise digital connectivity, particularly in rural and und…

PTA Finalizes New Framework for Satellite Licensing

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched its draft framework for issuing licenses for Fixed Satellite Services (FSS), with a view to tightening regulation but keeping national security the top priority. Following stakeholder consultation, the PTA has agreed on main requirements to be met by licensees, with the most important being the setting up of a gateway earth station in 18 months, its control to be kept strictly within Pakist…

PTA Drafts New License to Bring Starlink and Global Satellite Internet Providers to Pakistan

Copyright protected content copied from PhoneWorld website. Pakistan has taken a decisive step towards expanding digital connectivity by publishing a draft licensing framework for Fixed Satellite Services (FSS). This move is expected to attract both international and domestic satellite internet providers, including Starlink and Shanghai Spacecom. The new system, released by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), is designed to simplify …