PTCL-Telenor merger gets conditional approval as Jazz and Zong highlight pros, cons, and call for fair competition.The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has conditionally approved Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The decision marks one of the most significant mergers in Pakistan’s telecom industry, prompting cautious reactions from major rivals Jazz and Zong. Both competitors had earlier opposed the deal, citing dominance risks and market […]
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has conditionally approved Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s (PTCL) acquisition of Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers. The decision marks one of the most significant mergers in Pakistan’s telecom industry, prompting cautious reactions from major rivals Jazz and Zong.
Both competitors had earlier opposed the deal, citing dominance risks and market imbalance. However, after the CCP imposed strict conditions, their stance shifted to cautious acceptance. Industry leaders now stress the importance of policy clarity and spectrum release to sustain competition and digital growth.
In its detailed Phase II review, the CCP highlighted concerns over market concentration, vertical integration, and potential anti-competitive practices. To address these, the Commission directed PTCL and the merged entity (MergeCo) to ensure fair access to infrastructure and maintain transparent operations.
