KARACHI:

Recurring internet slowdowns in Pakistan are increasingly disrupting the country’s digital economy, with Information Technology (IT), e-commerce, freelancing and other service-based sectors facing mounting operational challenges. Whilst internet service providers cite undersea cable faults and domestic backhaul constraints as primary causes, technology experts warn that poor network management and user-side practices are exacerbating the problem, adding pressure on businesses and professionals who rely on reliable connectivity for international operations.

Industries dependent on stable, low-latency internet, including e-commerce and retail platforms, fintech and payment gateways, BPOs and call centres, cloud-hosted SaaS and IT companies, freelancers working with overseas client

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