The Pakistani government has finally acknowledged that it is upgrading its ‘web management system’ to enhance cyber security, after months of speculation about internet disruptions. The IT minister, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, confirmed that the government is taking measures to protect its interests amid cyber security threats, but did not provide further details.
The admission comes as users continue to experience slow browsing speeds, arbitrary blocking of social media platforms, and WhatsApp connectivity issues on mobile data. The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication discussed the issues faced by online businesses, with lawmakers warning of potential losses in IT exports.
Software houses and business bodies have demanded the restoration of normal internet speeds, with the Pakistan Software Houses Association estimating potential losses of up to $300 million. The government’s lack of transparency around the firewall has ignited a firestorm of distrust among internet users and global IT clients.
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