ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Khurrum Ashfaque has highlighted the critical role of shared network infrastructure and green energy initiatives in managing business costs and driving innovation.
During a panel discussion at the GSMA Digital Nation Summit, he emphasized the need for collaboration and innovation to bridge the gap and unlock Pakistan’s economic potential through accelerated digital transformation.
As Pakistan continues its journey to become a digital nation, Telenor Pakistan’s shared network and green energy initiatives are key components in achieving this vision.
The company has implemented energy-efficient solutions and reduced energy consumption in all its operations.
The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation sets the benchmark for the industry and highlights the transformative power of digital connectivity and environmental responsibility.
The GSMA also published a report, “Realizing Pakistan’s Aspiration to Bee a Digital Nation”, which details Pakistan’s progress in mobile connectivity and smartphones.
The report highlights significant progress in mobile broadband coverage, with 81% of the adult population now living in areas covered by 3G or 4G networks, a significant increase from just 15% in 2010.
Additionally, smartphone ownership has risen to 63% by the end of 2023. Despite these gains, only 23% of the population subscribes to mobile internet services, revealing a critical gap in connecting the unconnected.
