Zong, Pakistan’s leading Information Services and Technology Innovation Company, is partnering with the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MOITT) for Indus AI Week 2026, Pakistan’s flagship national initiative on Artificial Intelligence (AI). This represents a defining step in Pakistan’s journey toward responsible, scalable, and inclusive AI adoption and adaptation. This event brings together national to international AI Experts, industry and government leadership to engage in high-level dialogue and envision future of Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan.

Zong’s strategic partnership with Indus AI Week 2026, reflects its commitment and leadership in Pakistan’s journey toward Digital Transformation. It is defined by artificial intelligence, intelligent networks, innovation-driven infrastructure and digital platform. As a technology leader, Zong is expanding beyond connectivity, enabling digital capabilities required to scale AI across sectors and institutions.  This partnership is augmented by China Mobile’s global technological leadership, bringing deep expertise in AI, Cloud, Big Data, and next-generation networks.

On 9th and 10th February, at the Indus Innovation, Learning & Engagement Arena (AI marketplace – Sports Complex Islamabad), Zong will assert its technological leadership by showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of AI-driven solutions, products, and digital services designed to accelerate Pakistan’s intelligent transformation. Zong’s showcase spans advanced AI platforms, consumer and enterprise solutions, and digital ecosystems, including Z-AIVA, Zong A-EYE, OZ GPT, My Zong App, next-generation gaming platforms, and more, demonstrating the depth and maturity of its AI capabilities across multiple use cases and industries.

A key highlight of the showcase will be the unveiling of Z-Smart Hub, a powerful convergence of Z-SAIS Cloud and DICT, enabling secure, scalable, and intelligent digital services. Complementing this will be the introduction of next-generation ZTE AI-enabled handsets and smart glasses, reinforcing Zong’s commitment to delivering best-in-class, future-ready technology experiences.

On the partnership with MOITT AI Indus Week, Mr. Huo Junli, Chairman & CEO, Zong said, “Artificial Intelligence is now central to economic competitiveness and national progress. Zong’s partnership with Indus AI Week 2026 reflects our commitment to lead Pakistan’s transition toward an intelligence-driven digital economy. By combining advanced networks, intelligent platforms, and China Mobile’s global technological expertise, we are enabling a resilient AI ecosystem, one that empowers innovation, strengthens digital sovereignty, and delivers long-term value for the country”.

Through this partnership, Zong is institutionalizing its role as a national digital enabler, driving Pakistan’s transition to a high-value, AI-led economy. Zong is aligning global expertise with national priorities to contribute future-ready and resilient Digital Pakistan.

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has started work on the final Information Memorandum (IM) for Pakistan’s upcoming 5G spectrum auction, following the conclusion of the stakeholder consultation process last week, officials told ProPakistani.

The authority formally closed the consultation on the draft IM on February 6 after receiving queries and feedback from industry stakeholders.

PTA officials confirmed that the regulator is now reviewing the submissions and incorporating relevant input, including additions, modifications, or deletions, to finalize the auction framework.

According to PTA sources, the final Information Memorandum is expected to be issued by the end of this week, most likely on Friday. The document will serve as the definitive guide for prospective bidders, outlining auction rules, spectrum details, eligibility criteria, and financial obligations.

Earlier, PTA revised the 5G auction timeline, rescheduling the auction for March 10, 2026, and shared the updated roadmap on January 29. The draft IM was published on January 9, marking the start of the consultation period, which remained open for nearly four weeks to allow stakeholders to submit queries and recommendations.

Under the updated schedule, an information session for prospective applicants is planned for February 16, while the deadline for submission of applications along with the pre-bid deposit is February 27 at 4:00 pm PST. The list of applicants will be announced the same day, followed by the declaration of qualified bidders on March 3.

The auction will offer spectrum across low, mid, and high frequency bands, including 700 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2600 MHz, and 3500 MHz, with commercial 5G services expected within six to seven months of licence issuance, subject to regulatory and operational readiness.