ISLAMABAD; The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has officially approved the adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and future Wi-Fi generations in the 6 GHz spectrum band (5925–6425 MHz), shortly after allowing Wi-Fi 6E.
This development places Pakistan among the early adopters of next-generation wireless technologies in the Asia-Pacific region.
Wi-Fi 7 is designed to deliver ultra-fast data speeds, near-zero latency, and high reliability, making it ideal for advanced use cases such as 8K video streaming, augmented and virtual reality, industrial automation, and smart city projects.
The new technology is also expected to reduce congestion on older frequency bands and cut broadband delivery costs, thereby improving internet access for households, SMEs, healthcare, educational campuses, and digital ecosystems.
The PTA stated that the initiative aligns with its commitment to bridging the digital divide, enhancing network resilience, and advancing Pakistan’s inclusive digital economy.
Meanwhile, Federal IT and Telecommunication Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja announced on Tuesday that the government plans to roll out 5G services in seven major cities within the coming months. She made the announcement while inaugurating the 26th ITCN Asia Expo at Expo Centre Karachi.
The minister emphasized that, despite challenges linked to the cost of adopting 5G, Pakistan is working to ensure more reliable internet nationwide.
She also noted that information technology is at the “core” of the recently signed Pakistan-Saudi agreement, which she said will strengthen Pakistan’s digital infrastructure and accelerate economic growth.
Highlighting the improving economic outlook, the IT minister added that Pakistan had overcome fears of default, inflation had slowed, and macroeconomic indicators were showing signs of stability. “Karachi carries the weight of the country’s economic development,” she remarked.
