ISLAMABAD – Amazon is preparing to launch satellite broadband services in Pakistan next year under its Project Kuiper initiative, offering high-speed internet access nationwide.
A meeting between Shiza Fatima Khawaja, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunications, and the Amazon Project Kuiper team highlighted the importance of this collaboration for Pakistan’s digital growth. The Ministry of IT and Telecommunications confirmed that the partnership will help expand connectivity across the country.
Project Kuiper, part of Amazon’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite program, is expected to begin providing services in Pakistan by the end of 2026. The initiative represents a multi-billion-dollar investment aimed at offering high-speed internet worldwide, particularly targeting areas with limited or no connectivity.
The Federal Minister welcomed Amazon’s plan, noting that Project Kuiper will support the government’s vision of a “Digital Pakistan.” She said the project will promote digital inclusion and strengthen the country’s internet infrastructure, ensuring that citizens in remote and rural regions gain access to reliable online services.
Amazon’s Project Kuiper consists of a constellation of 3,236 satellites, designed to deliver broadband speeds of up to 400 Mbps. The initiative will use affordable satellite terminals, making it easier for individuals and businesses across Pakistan to connect to fast internet.
Experts believe the arrival of Amazon’s satellite internet could revolutionize Pakistan’s digital landscape, enabling remote education, telemedicine, e-commerce, and other online services in areas previously underserved.
This move by Amazon aligns with global efforts to expand high-speed internet access through satellite technology. Once operational, Project Kuiper could play a critical role in reducing the digital divide in Pakistan and support the government’s broader goal of nationwide digital connectivity.
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Amazon’s focus on low-latency, high-speed satellite broadband could set a benchmark for internet services in Pakistan, especially in regions where terrestrial infrastructure is difficult or costly to deploy.
