Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman, HI (M), SI, represented Pakistan at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-25), held in Riyadh from August 31 to September 3, 2025. The event, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), gathered regulatory leaders from across the globe under the theme “Regulation for Sustainable Digital Development.”
During the high-level symposium, Chairman PTA held a significant meeting with Dr. Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of ITU’s Telecommunication Development Bureau. The discussions centered around enhancing PTA-ITU collaboration, sharing regulatory best practices, and exploring joint initiatives to accelerate digital transformation both within Pakistan and across the global regulatory landscape.
GSR-25 serves as a premier international platform for regulators to align on forward-looking policies, frameworks, and strategies to manage the fast-evolving digital ecosystem. The participation of Pakistan at this global forum reflects the country’s commitment to staying aligned with international standards in telecom policy, innovation, and digital sustainability.
Chairman Hafeez Ur Rehman’s engagement at GSR-25 underscores PTA’s growing role in shaping the future of digital regulation, ensuring that Pakistan remains at the forefront of regional and global ICT development. His presence and dialogue with ITU leadership highlight the importance of collaborative regulation and inclusive digital growth, especially for emerging economies.
Pakistan’s representation at GSR-25 not only strengthens international partnerships but also reinforces PTA’s commitment to promoting a progressive and sustainable digital ecosystem in line with global best practices.
