Convergence of Broadcasting and Telecommunication Technology Regulatory Framework in Pakistan

Gul Abat Khan, Dr. Muhammad Khalil shahid, Sayed Fayaz Ahmad

Abstract: This research sheds light over the issues of current regulatory framework structure of broadcasting and telecommunication technology of Pakistan. The study finds out that there are many issues which are barriers in the convergence of broadcasting and telecommunication technology, like content issue, spectrum issue, public interests issue, pricing issue, licensing issue etc which come from distinct multiple regulatory bodies regulatory framework. As convergence between telecommunication and broadcasting technology is not only mandatory for modern business but also for the welfare of public, therefore this research was done with the aim to put a solution to the convergence issues. The study rejects the Current Regulatory framework and proposed a new regulatory framework model which should be done by Supreme Regulatory Authority.

Keywords: Current Telecommunication and Broadcasting Regulatory Framework (CTBRF), Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA), Frequency Allocation Board (FAB), Supreme Regulatory Authority (SRA), Technology Convergence (TC).

Title: Convergence of Broadcasting and Telecommunication Technology Regulatory Framework in Pakistan

Author: Gul Abat Khan, Dr. Muhammad Khalil shahid, Sayed Fayaz Ahmad

International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations

ISSN 2348-7585 (Online)

Research Publish Journals

Vol. 2, Issue 1, April 2014 - September 2014

Citation
Share : Facebook Twitter Linked In

Citation
Convergence of Broadcasting and Telecommunication Technology Regulatory Framework in Pakistan by Gul Abat Khan, Dr. Muhammad Khalil shahid, Sayed Fayaz Ahmad