Shaza Fatima confirms Starlink secured temporary registration, following guidance from PM Shehbaz Sharif
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\nIn a move to bolster Pakistan\u2019s digital landscape, Elon Musk\u2019s Starlink has received a temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC) to commence its services in the country, Associated Press of Pakistan reported.
\nInformation Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja confirmed the development on Friday, noting that Starlink had secured a temporary registration, following the guidance of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In her statement, the minister emphasised that the approval came after thorough consultations and consensus among all security and regulatory bodies.
\nThe Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) will ensure Starlink adheres to the country\u2019s regulatory framework, including fee payments and licensing obligations.
\n\u201cThis marks a significant milestone in Pakistan\u2019s digital transformation journey,\u201d Shaza remarked. \u201cUnder the leadership of Prime Minister Sharif, Pakistan is making substantial strides to enhance its internet infrastructure,\u201d she added.
\nThe PM has instructed comprehensive reforms to improve connectivity nationwide, with Starlink\u2019s registration seen as a critical step in realising this vision. Highlighting the transformative potential of satellite internet, the minister expressed that the approval would provide a much-needed boost to connectivity, particularly in underserved and remote regions.
\n\u201cModern solutions like satellite internet will not only enhance connectivity but will bridge the digital divide across Pakistan,\u201d she said.
\nThe government\u2019s successful facilitation of Starlink\u2019s registration came through a whole-of-government approach, with collaboration from key institutions, including cybercrime agencies, the PTA, and the Space Authority.
\nShaza expressed optimism that this development would lay the groundwork for the official launch of satellite-based internet services, marking the dawn of a new era in Pakistan\u2019s digital connectivity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Shaza Fatima confirms Starlink secured temporary registration, following guidance from PM Shehbaz Sharif islamabad In a move to bolster Pakistan\u2019s digital landscape, Elon Musk\u2019s Starlink has received a temporary No Objection Certificate (NOC) to commence its services in the country, Associated Press of Pakistan reported. Information Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja confirmed the development on Friday, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-468390","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n