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Operators Telenor February 22, 2022

Telenor Pakistan bank suitor given nod to assess deal

Pakistan’s central bank gave in-principle approval for local provider MCB Bank to conduct due diligence on the purchase of a majority stake in Telenor’s mobile financial services unit in the…

By Chris Donkin

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Middle East and North Africa Operators February 11, 2022

STC snaps up Pakistani tower business

Saudi Telecom Company (STC) tower unit Tawal made its first foray outside its domestic market with the 100 per cent acquisition of Pakistan-based independent tower company Awal Telecom, and indicated…

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Devices August 10, 2021

Vivo bets on Pakistan, Turkey in global production push

Vivo opened new production facilities to cover its consumer bases in Pakistan and Turkey, expanding its global manufacturing efforts as it looks to accelerate its international development. In a statement,…

By Yanitsa Boyadzhieva

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October 19, 2020

TikTok makes a comeback in Pakistan

Pakistan’s telecom regulator restored TikTok’s operations ten days after blocking the app, following assurances from the social media service it would put moderation tools in place in accordance with…

By Yanitsa Boyadzhieva

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October 9, 2020

Pakistan bans TikTok over immoral content claims

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) blocked the use of TikTok, explaining the social media app failed to comply with its instructions to moderate content deemed indecent. In a statement, the…

By Yanitsa Boyadzhieva

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September 2, 2020

Pakistan bans dating, live streaming apps

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) pulled the plug on five dating and live streaming apps, citing negative effects from content deemed immoral and urging greater adherence to laws. User access…

By Yanitsa Boyadzhieva

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July 21, 2020

Pakistan adds to TikTok woes with content warning

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) heaped pressure on TikTok, issuing a warning over its continued display of content deemed inappropriate which it fears is having a negative impact on society.

By Yanitsa Boyadzhieva

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