Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja says Starlink has been granted temporary registration in Pakistan following the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

In a statement, the Minister said with the consensus of all security and regulatory bodies, Starlink has been issued a temporary No Objection Certificate.”

She said the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority would oversee compliance with fee payments and other licensing requirements by the company.

Shaza Fatima said that, under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership, Pakistan is making significant strides towards digital transformation.

She said modern solutions like satellite internet will greatly enhance connectivity, particularly in underserved and remote areas of the country.”