Key Takeaways
- VEON reaffirms its commitment to Pakistan’s digital and telecom sector.
- JazzWorld, VEON’s subsidiary, has expanded its 5G network to 1,000 live sites.
- The company aims to reach over 2,500 5G sites by the end of 2026.
VEON, a global digital operator, has reaffirmed its commitment to continued investment in Pakistan’s digital and telecom sector, describing the country as a ‘strategic growth market’. This commitment was highlighted during a meeting between VEON Group CEO Kaan Terzioğlu and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman.
During the meeting, a VEON and JazzWorld leadership delegation, led by Kaan Terzioğlu and Aamir Ibrahim, discussed Pakistan’s digital growth, continued telecom investment, quality of service, and a conducive regulatory environment. The delegation appreciated the PTA’s role in supporting the country’s digital development and welcomed the progress made through the recent spectrum award and 5G licensing process.
Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of JazzWorld, stated, ‘Our focus is on translating our investments in 4G and 5G into better quality of service and greater digital inclusion. Sustaining this progress will require continued investment and collaboration across the industry and regulatory ecosystem to ensure digital services remain accessible to more Pakistanis.’
JazzWorld, VEON’s subsidiary, is the leading digital operator in Pakistan with over 71 million subscribers and more than 43.9 million 4G users nationwide. The company has already crossed 1,000 live 5G sites and is targeting more than 2,500 sites by the end of 2026. Kaan Terzioğlu, CEO of VEON Group, said, ‘Pakistan remains a strategic growth market for VEON, and JazzWorld is committed to investing in its digital future. The progress of the country’s 5G journey will require continued investment and policies that support a healthy and sustainable telecom sector.’
The leadership also discussed JazzWorld’s broader evolution beyond connectivity, with its digital ecosystem spanning financial services, banking, insurance, technology, and other digital solutions. This move underscores the company’s commitment to providing a comprehensive digital experience to its customers.
The meeting reaffirmed VEON and JazzWorld’s commitment to continued collaboration with the PTA to support sustainable investment, improve connectivity and service quality, and advance Pakistan’s digital economy. The company’s focus on expanding its 5G network and enhancing digital services is expected to drive further growth in the sector.
According to the statement, the additional spectrum has enabled JazzWorld to accelerate its 5G network expansion, with the company having crossed 1,000 live 5G sites and targeting more than 2,500 sites by the end of 2026. This expansion is crucial for ensuring that more Pakistanis can access high-speed internet and digital services.
The commitment from VEON and JazzWorld to continue investing in Pakistan’s digital infrastructure is seen as a positive development for the country’s digital economy. The company’s focus on quality of service and digital inclusion is expected to benefit a wider range of users, particularly in rural areas where access to digital services is often limited.
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
