Key Takeaways
- VEON and JazzWorld met with PTA Chairman to discuss digital growth.
- JazzWorld has expanded its 5G network to over 1,000 live sites.
- Companies pledge continued investment and collaboration for digital advancement.
Leaders from VEON and JazzWorld met with Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman, Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), to discuss Pakistan’s digital growth and investment in the telecom sector.
The delegation, led by Kaan Terzioğlu, CEO of VEON Group, and Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of JazzWorld, emphasized the importance of a conducive regulatory environment for the country’s digital development.
JazzWorld has made significant strides in expanding its 5G network, with over 1,000 live sites operational and a target of more than 2,500 sites by the end of 2026.
Kaan Terzioğlu stated, 'Pakistan remains a strategic growth market for VEON, and JazzWorld is committed to investing in its digital future.'
Aamir Ibrahim highlighted the focus on translating investments in 4G and 5G into better quality of service and greater digital inclusion.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of VEON and JazzWorld to continued collaboration with the PTA to support sustainable investment and improve connectivity.
The companies also discussed the broader evolution of JazzWorld beyond connectivity, including its digital ecosystem in financial services, banking, and insurance.
The meeting underscored the importance of sustained investment and collaboration across the industry and regulatory ecosystem to ensure digital services remain accessible to more Pakistanis.
Pakistan remains a strategic growth market for VEON, and JazzWorld is committed to investing in its digital future.
Kaan Terzioğlu, CEO of VEON Group
Our focus is on translating our investments in 4G and 5G into better quality of service and greater digital inclusion.
Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of JazzWorld
