Members of Pakistan's parliament voiced frustration over sluggish internet speeds nationwide during a National Assembly session, querying the deployment of 5G technology while current connection issues stay unaddressed. Parliamentary Secretary for Information Technology Sabeen Ghoury informed the chamber that 5G has rolled out across 24 cities, noting that wider expansion is scheduled after network stability is achieved in those areas.
Lawmakers Question Internet Service Quality
Presiding Officer Abdul Qadir Patel joined other parliamentarians in criticizing poor web performance, with certain members claiming connections worsened following the current administration taking office. Patel challenged the arrival of 5G while current networks stay unstable, asking, “Has 4G passed away that 5G has been introduced?”
Ghoury failed to define 5G when asked during the session, which led Aseefa Bhutto Zardari to volunteer an explanation of the system. Aseefa also brought up network problems across various regions, specifically citing Nawabshah where she stated neither 4G nor 5G networks function.
Government Cites Network Stability and Security
Ghoury explained that authorities intend to bring 5G to additional municipalities once initial areas achieve stable connections. She mentioned that security issues, such as terrorism and unrest in specific zones, also impacted 3G and 2G performance.
Politicians pressed for improved connection speeds and dependable networks, highlighting the necessity for commercial operations and different industries reliant on digital infrastructure.
