In a recent update, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirmed that the merger between Ufone and Telenor Pakistan is in its final stages and will be completed before the highly anticipated 5G spectrum auction scheduled for March 10, 2026. This was reiterated during a National Assembly Standing Committee meeting, where PTA Chairman Hafeez-ur-Rehman stated, "The merger is nearing completion and is crucial for the upcoming auction." The PTA is currently conducting a final review of the merger documentation, ensuring that it aligns with the regulatory framework ahead of the auction (Nukta Pakistan, February 26, 2026).
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Pakistan 5g Spectrum Auction Preparations And Ufone-Telenor Merger
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The PTA confirms Ufone and Telenor's merger is nearing completion before the March 2026 5G auction, which aims to enhance mobile data speeds and generate over $634 million from spectrum sales.
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