A test of a new firewall in Pakistan is causing a slowdown in social media, raising concerns among online businesses. Officials have confirmed that the firewall trial is responsible for the slowdown and have assured that internet traffic will return to normal once the trial concludes.

The government has allocated over Rs30 billion in the development budget to purchase and install this filtering system. Although the budget is assigned to the Ministry of Information Technology, the system is primarily managed by a different authority.

This situation has sparked concerns about the future of internet-based businesses in Pakistan, with owners fearing that ongoing measures could impact their operations and profitability.

The government is working to balance the need for online security with maintaining smooth internet services. As the trial progresses, attention is focused on its impact on Pakistan’s digital landscape.

The hope is that once testing is complete, any disruptions will be resolved, and internet services will return to normal. In the meantime, businesses and individuals are preparing for potential changes in their online activities.