Lahore – In a disheartening development, Pakistani internet users are expected to experience slow internet speeds due to submarine cable cuts in Saudi waters near Jeddah. The development was shared by PTCL Group on Saturday.
The company announced that the disruption has reduced some bandwidth on the SMW4 and IMEWE cable systems, which handle international internet traffic. The Group also stated that its international partners are prioritizing repairs to restore the affected systems.
Furthermore, in order to lessen the impact on internet users, the Group has decided to arrange alternative bandwidth. The company further stated that it appreciates the patience of its users while the Group prepares for the restoration.