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Telenor Pakistan Partners with Chughtai Lab to Bring Health Benefits for Retail and Franchise Staff

Islamabad, April 01, 2023 (PPI-OT): Staying committed to improving the health and lifestyle of its people, Telenor Pakistan has partnered with Chughtai Lab to provide discounted medical tests for retailers and franchise staff across the country.

An industry-first initiative, this will benefit over 200,000 Telenor Pakistan retailers and franchise staff members. Under the plan, Telenor Pakistan retailers can avail of a substantial discount at any Chughtai Lab branch nationwide. Telenor Pakistan’s retailers and their families, franchise sales teams, including RSO and franchise managers, can avail of this discount. Chughtai Lab is present in over 100 cities in Pakistan, with more than 350 centers.

“As a company, we believe that the health and well-being of our retailers are paramount, and we recognize the vital role they play in the success of our business,” said Umair Mohsin, Chief Marketing Officer, Telenor Pakistan.

Through our partnership with Chughtai Lab, we aim to provide our retailers with access to top-quality healthcare services. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to creating a safe and supportive work environment for everyone.

Dr. Omar Chughtai, Director of Operations Chughtai Healthcare said, we are on a mission to enhance our outreach and improve diagnostic services across the country; aligning strategically with market leaders like Telenor Pakistan is a step in that direction.

This collaboration is a testament to Telenor Pakistan’s strong commitment to helping prioritize the health and safety of its retailers and franchise staff members. In recent years, the company has introduced several initiatives for the health and safety of its employees and franchise staff, such as the telecom industry’s first-ever health and safety initiative called Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE), which includes an enhanced health insurance plan and equipping its franchises with its Apollo app that allows them to update trip and vehicle details in real-time.

For more information, contact:
Corporate Communications Department
Telenor Pakistan
13-K, Moaiz Center, F-7 Markaz,
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-111-345-700
Fax: +92-51-2651923
Email: press.center@telenor.com.pk
Website: www.telenor.com.pk

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Over half of Pakistanis believe mobile technology significantly improved their careers: Telenor study

Islamabad, November 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):Nearly 54% of Pakistanis believe mobile devices and mobile technology have significantly improved their careers and aided in developing their skills, with women reporting that their mobile devices have significantly improved their quality of life, according to a study conducted by Telenor Asia.

The study, and the second instalment of the “Digital Lives Decoded” series launched in conjunction with Telenor Asia’s 25th anniversary, looks at how respondents across Asia are using their mobiles to adapt to changing realities as new work cultures emerge post-pandemic. The report was surveyed by over 8,000 mobile internet users across eight countries in South and Southeast Asia. These countries include Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The report highlights how the workplace has evolved exponentially in the past three years due to the increasing influence of mobile devices in our daily life. Today’s workplace is characterised by processes enabled by mobile technology, and hybrid working practices bring increased flexibility to business and the lives of professionals.

“Our research points to mobile connectivity as an enabler of productivity, progress, flexibility and economic opportunity. Yet, we continue to see gaps in how this technology is used between urban and rural populations, large companies and SMEs, between industries and even between C-suite executives and their junior counterparts. In addition, people remain highly concerned about their skills and ability to keep pace with advancing technology. The aspect of trust is also preventing people from realising their full potential through mobile use in the world of work. As time spent working online increases, our survey findings can help identify the right tools and knowledge to close these gaps and improve digital work lives,” said Jorgen Rostrup, Head of Telenor Asia.

Speaking about the importance of understanding today’s changing workplace, Irfan Wahab Khan, Chief Executive Officer, Telenor Pakistan said, “This is a defining moment for businesses as companies around the world are adapting to new and affective ways of work. In addition, mobile technology has unlocked new revenue streams and empowered individuals in new ways; and the Pakistani workforce, including freelancers, entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts to understand and utilise the opportunities surrounding mobile connectivity.”

Performance and productivity

According to the study, eight out of ten respondents felt their performance and productivity had increased due to mobile technologies, with more than half believing personal productivity had increased by 20% or more. Gen Z is most likely to recognise the importance of digital tools, devices and connectivity in significantly improving performance and quality of work, as per the survey’s findings.

Career outlook

Regarding career trajectory, nine out of ten respondents thought their careers and skills had also been enhanced using mobile technologies. Respondents in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Thailand and Malaysia are most likely to have experienced the career-enhancing effects of a mobile device, reflecting the desire many in Asia have for learning on the go. In Pakistan, 63% believe mobile devices significantly improve career and skills development. Mobile is now also seen as a way of generating income. Nearly half of the people surveyed feel mobile devices have provided work and income opportunities that were unavailable before the pandemic. In Pakistan, 38% of the respondents believe mobile devices have created new opportunities.

Quality of life

Mobile technology has not just boosted income-generating opportunities; it has had a positive impact on quality of life generally. Nearly half of the respondents felt that using a mobile device for work significantly improved their quality of life. In Pakistan, 46% of the respondents believe mobile technology has dramatically improved their quality of life. Women believe their mobile devices provide them with greater access to work and income opportunities. In Pakistan, the number stands at 44% as compared to 33% of men.

Privacy and security

The greatest concerns for respondents across the board were privacy and security. A slightly higher proportion of city dwellers (60%) view privacy and security to be a barrier as compared to those living in villages and rural areas (56%). In Pakistan, 53% of respondents have put privacy and security as main concerns when working remotely. Trust, and related issues of privacy and security are other pain points organisations need to work on.

To access the full report, visit: Digital Lives Decoded:

https://www.telenor.com/stories/include/telenor-asia-digital-lives-decoded-work/

For more information, contact:
Corporate Communications Department,
Telenor Pakistan
13-K, Moaiz Center, F-7 Markaz, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-111-345-700
Fax: +92-51-2651923
Email: press.center@telenor.com.pk
Website: www.telenor.com.pk

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Telenor Pakistan’s Apollo App Simplifies Tax Return Filing for Retailers via Befiler

Islamabad, November 04, 2022 (PPI-OT): Telenor Pakistan has brought on board Befiler, simplifying the tax return filing process for its retailers on subsidized rates through its application Apollo. Apollo is an industry-first digital distribution retail application that empowers retailers and retail businesses to sell their services to a larger number of customers in lesser time.

The digital platform has evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem by serving as a one-stop digital solution for retailers across Pakistan. The Telenor Pakistan-powered digital solution delivers telco-related services such as easyload, financial services, and bundle subscriptions.

By partnering with Befiler, a tax filing and NTN registration portal for individuals and SMEs, Telenor Pakistan is empowering its retailers to register themselves for tax compliance. Befiler includes services like income tax filing, sales tax filing, and maintaining tax records, all with just a click of a button.

By plugging Befiler into Apollo, Telenor Pakistan is not only ensuring retailers enter tax compliance, but also saving them the hassle of chasing down lawyers to file tax returns. Befiler is also offering exclusively subsidized service fees to Apollo retailers, with the same service extended to the customers, enabling the retailers to earn by ensuring tax compliance.

With this partnership, Telenor Pakistan is not only ensuring that more people add themselves to the tax compliance net but also creating an extra earning stream for the retailers by ensuring citizen tax compliance.

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Areej Khan Takes Charge as Telenor Pakistan’s Chief Human Resource Officer

Islamabad, June 28, 2022 (PPI-OT): Telenor Pakistan has announced Areej Khan’s appointment as the Chief Human Resource Officer. Areej has been associated with Telenor Pakistan since the pre-launch phase over 18 years ago. Areej was heading the Digital Division as Vice President in her most recent role. During her tenure, she helped shape Telenor Pakistan’s digital strategy while the company emphasized growth through industry-leading initiatives, including launching the biggest esports platform, GameBird.

Before her time in digital, Areej held leadership roles across several functions, including Communications and Sustainability in Corporate Affairs and Digital Marketing in the Commercial Division. Areej is taking over from Oystein Bakken, who joined at the onset of COVID-19 two and a half years ago. His term comes to a close as he moves on to assume his next role in Telenor Norway, where he will be working with reshaping Telenor in transforming the Nordics in technology.

Oystein has been part of Telenor for over 15 years. He took charge of the human capital division (HCD) at the onset of COVID and successfully navigated many people and engagement-related challenges. Irfan Wahab Khan, CEO of Telenor Pakistan, remarked, “Areej’s appointment is a reflection of Telenor’s drive to cultivate and hone its home-grown talent. Her deep understanding of Telenor’s culture and people will continue to set us apart in the industry.”

“We look forward to Areej helping us accelerate our people agenda even further. I extend my gratitude to Oystein for his many contributions as CHRO and the enthusiasm with which he drove the organization forward. I wish him the best of luck in the future,” he added.

Khawaja Shariq Mustafa will take the baton from Areej as VP of Digital, bringing his diverse multi-organizational experience in commercial segments, sales, brands, and digital marketing to the division. In her new role at Telenor Pakistan, Areej will drive the people policy and organizational culture, with Employer Branding, Rewards, and Talent Acquisition falling under her domain. She will formally assume charge from August 1, 2022.

Telenor Launches Pakistan’s Biggest Esports Platform ‘GameBird’

Islamabad, June 28, 2022 (PPI-OT): In boosting the country’s gaming ecosystem, Telenor Pakistan has launched Pakistan’s biggest esports platform, GameBird. The launch event was held at Telenor’s 345 campus, attended by some of the biggest names in the industry.

Former women’s cricket team captain Sana Mir was the chief guest at the event. Pakistan’s top esports professionals like Arsalan Ash, Haseeb aka HSB, Amu Shahid, and members of House of Blood were among the Pakistani gaming community.

GameBird is the only platform in Pakistan that offers online gaming tournaments with AAA-rated partners, entertaining a digital footprint of more than 50,000 active users and more than 140,000 unique users every month.

Video game enthusiasts can now live stream and participate in tournaments, find top-quality gaming merchandise, browse news, make purchases, and much more. As Pakistan’s premier gaming platform, GameBird aims to create a community and provides opportunities for talented gamers to showcase their skill. In addition, the gamers get access to international gaming arenas to showcase their talent.

Esports is already one of the most popular industries worldwide, especially amongst youth, and Pakistan is rapidly gaining momentum. There are estimated to be more than 55 million users and 33 million gamers in the Pakistani esports ecosystem, contributing significantly to the $200 billion global industry. Designed as a one-stop solution for every gamer, GameBird has already hosted more than 60 tournaments and 20 broadcasts during its testing phase.

Chief Executive Officer, Telenor Pakistan, Irfan Wahab Khan, commented on the launch, “Pakistan’s online gaming industry is vibrant, and we have launched GameBird to strengthen the nationwide gaming community. It has been designed to advance our ambition of going beyond connectivity and bridging the gap between local talent and global opportunities, bringing together all the fascinating aspects of gaming within their reach.”

“Gaming enthusiasts around the country will also be offered the possibility to explore alternative revenue streams through GameBird, making it the first and only platform of its kind in Pakistan,” he added. The launch event also included a panel discussion titled “Esports: The Future of Gameplay”, where game developers discussed the rapidly evolving state of the industry in Pakistan and the value of developing local games.

Moreover, the panel discussed conducting game jams in Pakistan and their potential. In addition to the panel discussion, game enthusiasts were treated to a “Clash of Titles” gaming tournament between top players. The event concluded with a prize distribution for winners of previous GameBird tournaments.

GameBird is bringing Pakistan’s gaming and esports communities the unique opportunity to experience a one-stop gaming platform. GameBird hopes to provide the untapped talent in Pakistan with more opportunities in the international arena through this platform.

Telenor Group participates in WEF special dialogue with Prime Minister Imran Khan

Islamabad, November 25, 2020 (PPI-OT): Sigve Brekke, the President and CEO of Telenor Group, today participated in a special virtual dialogue with Prime Minister Imran Khan as part of a country strategic dialogue on Pakistan hosted by the World Economic Forum (“WEF”). In the dialogue, Telenor Group called for greater cooperation between public and private sectors in bridging Pakistan’s significant gap in digital access.

Looking at the challenges contributing to this digital divide, Telenor Group emphasised the need to create an environment in which mobile operators can continue to strengthen connectivity, which is the building block of the digital economy. In this context, Sigve Brekke stated that fair and predictable regulatory and taxation regimes are necessary to improve business climate and a key requisite for future investment into Pakistan.

During the discussion, Brekke also highlighted how the global pandemic has elevated the role of connectivity and digital tools in everyday life. This critical infrastructure is offering people a lifeline as well as being an important fundament for economic activity and recovery going forward.

There is a danger that the digital acceleration we have experienced this year will leave some people behind. The economic impact of connectivity multiplies with greater participation; hence ensuring connectivity for all is critical. In recognition of this, Telenor continues to work to ensure digital inclusion for everyone in Pakistan.

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Telenor Pakistan Collaborates with Directorate of Science and Technology, KPK to Digitally Empower 500 Female Entrepreneurs

Islamabad, October 08, 2020 (PPI-OT): Staying true to its commitment of empowering societies and contributing to the country’s socio-economic uplift, Telenor Pakistan is fulfilling its pledge under World Bank’s Girls Learn Women Earn (GLWE) programme by expanding its reach to empower the underserved female entrepreneurs of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This initiative is being taken in collaboration with Creative Innovative Unit (CIU), a platform established by Directorate of Science and Technology (DoST) KPK.

The ceremony was held at CIU’s office in Peshawar, where an MoU was signed between Telenor Pakistan and Creative Innovation Unit. Madiha Parvez, Head of Corporate Innovation and Digital Education, Telenor Pakistan and Bilal Jabbar, Project Director, CIU signed on behalf of the two organisations. Zia Ullah Khan Bangash, Advisor to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Science and Technology and Information Technology, Secretary ST and IT and other representatives from both organisations were also present.

Under this agreement, Telenor Pakistan with the assistance of CIU will train 500 aspiring women entrepreneurs on digital and design thinking skills focusing on, digital marketing, digital customer channels and digital finance. The speakers at the ceremony highlighted the issues faced female entrepreneurs and how the initiatives like GLWE can facilitate prospective solutions to improve female labour participation rate in the country, which currently stands at only 26%. GLWE aims to support girls’ education and women’s contribution in the work force to raise their participation in the economy to 45% by 2025.

“We are extremely pleased to join hands with Creative Innovative Unit for reducing gender gaps in Pakistan’s workforce by digitally empowering 500 businesswomen, said Khurrum Ashfaque, Chief Operating Officer, Telenor Pakistan. “Telenor Pakistan is committed to closing the digital gender gap and looks forward to uplifting and developing business leaders of tomorrow. To support national development and digitalisation efforts, it is pertinent to provide equal opportunity to the underserved female population.” He further added.

“Approximately half of Pakistan’s population constitutes of females, but they are underrepresented at the workplace. We are living in a digital age and doubtlessly, women’s empowerment through education and upskilling will not only improve their personal lives but also boost the socio-economic growth of Pakistan. Having a diverse workforce is the key to fostering innovation and meeting the challenges of a dynamic marketplace. Using digital technology and with the help of institutions like Telenor Pakistan and Creative Innovative Unit, we can give women access to information and open up avenues of opportunities.” said, Mr. Zia Ullah Bangash, Advisor to CM for Science and Technology and Information Technology.

Earlier this year, Telenor Pakistan partnered with World Bank for the Girls Learn Women Earn Initiative with a pledge to train 1000 female entrepreneurs and a commitment to create awareness, champion advocacy and take action to support girls’ education and women’s participation in the labour force. Telenor Pakistan’s ACTIVATE has trained 200 women on design thinking and digital design skills till now, enabling them to rapidly and efficiently gain new and important skills and competencies.