Pakistan’s mobile phone financing scheme for low-income individuals is moving forward, with the Ministry of IT and Telecommunications (MoIT&T) directing Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to leverage existing infrastructure.
The MoIT&T believes no new policies are needed. They propose using the Device Identification Registration & Blocking System (DIRBS), currently used to block unregistered phones, to also target defaulters on the financing scheme.
This scheme, drafted last November, faced delays requiring consultation with the Ministries of Law and Finance. The goal is to empower citizens through interest-free installments.
The policy tackles potential defaults by blocking phones through DIRBS. MoIT&T emphasizes its commitment to digital inclusion for low-income residents and fostering affordability in a rapidly developing tech landscape.
