In my recent interview with BBC Urdu, I explored the pressing issue of slow internet speeds in Pakistan, focusing on the impact of submarine cable faults. Here are the key insights from the discussion:

1. Submarine Cable Faults:

• The core issue affecting Pakistan’s internet speed is a fault in two of the seven submarine cables that connect the country to the global network. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) identified faults in the AA E-1 and SMW-4 cables. The repair of the SMW-4 cable is expected by early October, while the AA E-1 cable has been repaired, leading to gradual improvement in internet speeds.

2. Impact on Internet Speeds:

• The slow internet speeds across Pakistan are directly linked to these cable faults. Despite some improvements, full restoration of internet speeds is still pending, with ongoing issues affecting various applications.

3. VPN Usage and Web Management Upgrades:

• The interview touched upon the impact of excessive VPN usage and the recent upgrade of web management systems. The PTA’s efforts to upgrade these systems aim to alleviate the speed issues but have not entirely resolved the problems.

4. Disruption in Specific Applications:

• The discussion addressed why some applications, like WhatsApp, experience more disruptions than others. Despite the general slowdown, certain apps show varying levels of impact, raising questions about the specifics of the problem.

5. Call for Transparency:

• There is a need for greater transparency from the PTA regarding the underlying causes of internet disruptions and the effectiveness of the measures being taken. The public and industry experts are calling for clearer explanations and solutions to these ongoing issues.

Interview Details: For a comprehensive view of the interview and detailed discussion on the topic, you can read the full article on BBC Urdu here.

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