The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) held a meeting with licensed Long Distance International (LDI), Fixed Local Loop (FLL) and Class Value Added Services (CVAS) operators at PTA Headquarters, Islamabad, chaired by Dr Khawar Saddique Khokhar PTA Member (Compliance & Enforcement), to reinforce regulatory compliance and address unauthorized internet service provision.
The meeting highlighted the District Class License, enabling PEMRA Cable Operators and last-mile service providers to obtain bandwidth from FLL licensees. Whereas, it was reiterated that LDI and FLL licensees may provide bandwidth, including configured packages, exclusively to PTA-licensed operators and are prohibited from supplying IP bandwidth, panel services, E1s, DPLCs or similar services to unlicensed entities or distributors. Internet service bills/receipts must be issued by the relevant FLL or Class Licensee, as applicable.
Internet Services Class Licensees are permitted to serve only end users and cannot offer wholesale bandwidth for resale. Licensed operators pledged cooperation in promoting licensing awareness and ensuring compliance.
Participants appreciated PTA’s efforts to curb illegal operations and protect licensed operators, assuring full support in preventing unauthorized internet services and ensuring orderly sector growth.
