NA panel defers Electronic Transactions Amendment Bill 2026
The Electronic Transactions Amendment Bill 2026 stays on hold after the Law Ministry asked for space to settle disputed clauses with the PPP before the next sitting.
The NA IT standing committee again postponed the Electronic Transactions Amendment Bill 2026 after the Law Ministry sought more time with the PPP.
Ministry officials said talks with the PPP are advanced and expect agreement soon; the draft returns at the next sitting.
Members criticised weak mobile internet nationwide, including in Karachi and Islamabad, after nearly two years of oversight.
PTA chair said five show-cause notices went to operators in three months, but court stays block penalty recovery.
PDA told lawmakers digital reforms could lift GDP by USD 60–80 billion within five years.