Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has appointed Mohammad Nadeem Khan as its interim Chief Executive Officer for a period of 14 days, effective July 2, 2026. The appointment follows the departure of Hatem Mohamed Bamatraf from the role and was disclosed through a notification submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The temporary leadership change comes at a significant time for PTCL as the company continues executing major strategic initiatives, including the recent restructuring of its operations following the completion of the Telenor Pakistan acquisition.
Mohammad Nadeem Khan currently serves as the Group Chief Financial Officer of PTCL Group, overseeing the financial operations of both PTCL and Ufone. A seasoned finance executive with nearly three decades of professional experience, Khan has spent around 20 years within the PTCL Group, where he has played a central role in financial planning, corporate strategy and business transformation. His extensive experience within the organization is expected to provide continuity during the interim transition period while the company finalizes its long-term leadership arrangements.
The announcement follows a series of important developments within PTCL, including organizational changes related to the integration of Telenor Pakistan and the restructuring required under regulatory directives. The company’s leadership transition is expected to ensure uninterrupted operations while strategic projects continue across its fixed-line, broadband, mobile and digital services businesses. Industry observers will be closely watching whether the interim appointment leads to a permanent leadership decision after the two-week period concludes.
As Pakistan’s largest integrated telecommunications provider, PTCL remains a key player in the country’s digital transformation agenda through its nationwide broadband infrastructure, enterprise services and mobile operations under Ufone. The appointment of an experienced internal executive is expected to support operational stability as the company continues expanding its digital services portfolio, integrating newly acquired assets and strengthening its position in Pakistan’s evolving telecommunications sector.
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