ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has achieved a significant milestone in wireless connectivity by introducing Wi-Fi 6E, the next generation of Wi-Fi technology, in the 6 Gigahertz (GHz) spectrum band.
This development positions Pakistan as the 10th country in the Asia Pacific region to adopt the 6GHz band for Wi-Fi, joining an elite group of 60 countries worldwide that have opened this band for unlicensed operation.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced this achievement at an event titled “Unlocking Pakistan’s Connectivity: Enablement of Next-Gen Wi-Fi in 6GHz Band”. PTA Chairman Major General (retd) Hafeez Ur Rehman hailed this as a significant step forward, establishing Pakistan as a regional leader in next-generation Wi-Fi technology.
Wi-Fi 6E offers faster speeds, lower latency, and greater capacity, making it ideal for applications such as online gaming, video streaming, and virtual reality.
This technology will alleviate congestion and latency issues in the existing 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, which are currently crowded with multiple applications, including everyday technologies like microwave ovens, Bluetooth, and cordless phones.
The introduction of Wi-Fi 6E is part of the government’s “Digital Pakistan” vision, aimed at sparking digital innovation, empowering businesses, and bridging the digital divide. This development positions Pakistan to offer more reliable and high-speed internet access, fostering a more inclusive digital economy.
Industry experts from META, Dynamic Spectrum Alliance (DSA), Jazz, Nayatel, and Huawei highlighted the benefits of Wi-Fi 6E in Pakistan, including enhanced user experience, increased capacity, and improved performance. This technology is expected to revolutionize how Pakistanis connect and interact online, paving the way for a brighter digital future.
