PTA Declares Buying and Selling Foreign SIMs Illegal

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has warned the public against buying and selling foreign SIM cards in Pakistan, declaring the … Read More The post PTA Declares Buying and Selling Foreign SIMs Illegal appeared first on ProPakistani .

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PTA Declares Buying and Selling Foreign SIMs Illegal

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a warning to the public in Pakistan regarding the illegal nature of buying and selling foreign SIM cards. The authority has emphasized the serious security risks associated with the use of foreign SIM cards, which can be exploited for fraudulent activities and other unlawful purposes.

The PTA has cautioned that individuals involved in fraud may misuse foreign SIM cards, putting buyers and users at risk of legal and security complications. The authority has advised citizens to refrain from purchasing and selling foreign SIM cards, and to utilize only locally registered SIM cards issued in their own names. The PTA has stressed the importance of responsible SIM usage to prevent fraud, misuse, and other illegal activities among mobile phone users in Pakistan.

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