IT Secretary Dr Zarar Hashim on Thursday said that the recent disruption in Pakistan’s internet services due to damaged undersea cables could take four to five weeks to be fully resolved.

Undersea cable cuts earlier this month in the Red Sea disrupted internet access across parts of Asia and the Middle East, though the exact cause of the incident remains unclear. Few of the affected cables directly impact connectivity to Pakistan, slowing down internet services.

Responding to queries regarding internet disruptions and slow speeds, Dr Hashim explained that repairing the cables requires specialised ships.

“Three additional cables are expected within 12 to 18 months, which will enhance Pakistan’s connectivity with Europe. Agreements to bring these cables to Pakistan have already been signe

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