Sectors: Foreign Exchange & Telecommunications Laws
Azam & Rai has advised a Portuguese telecom company on the foreign exchange and telecom regulation aspects of its agreement with a Pakistani telecom company for provision of telecom services.
21 August 2013
23 April 2013
Azam & Rai partner presented Certificate of Contribution by the World Justice Project
Azam & Rai partner, R.M.S. Azam, has been presented with a Certificate of Contribution for contributing to the Pakistan chapter of the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index 2012-2013 by The World Justice Project (WJP) (worldjusticeproject.org), a multidisciplinary and multinational initiative to advance the rule of law worldwide.
The WJP Rule of Law Index is an innovative quantitative assessment tool designed to offer a detailed and comprehensive picture of the extent to which countries adhere to the rule of law in practice.
The WJP Rule of Law Index is an innovative quantitative assessment tool designed to offer a detailed and comprehensive picture of the extent to which countries adhere to the rule of law in practice.
16 July 2012
In Appeal filed by Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. through Azam & Rai, the Lahore High Court suspends PTA's Enforcement Order
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
In First Appeal against Order (FAO) No. 323/2012 filed by Azam & Rai in the Lahore High Court, Lahore on behalf of Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has suspended PTA's Enforcement Order dated 30.06.2012. The Appeal is in relation to a dispute involving the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulation, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of four LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai has represented before various High Courts in relation to the dispute involving the APC for USF regime. Five out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
In First Appeal against Order (FAO) No. 323/2012 filed by Azam & Rai in the Lahore High Court, Lahore on behalf of Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has suspended PTA's Enforcement Order dated 30.06.2012. The Appeal is in relation to a dispute involving the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulation, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of four LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai has represented before various High Courts in relation to the dispute involving the APC for USF regime. Five out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
03 July 2012
Azam & Rai obtains CVARS telecom license for foreign-owned telecom company
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
Azam & Rai has obtained a Class Value Added Registered Services (CVARS) license from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority for Binbit Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company owned by Mexico-based Spanish investors and associated with Binbit México SA de CV.
Azam & Rai has obtained a Class Value Added Registered Services (CVARS) license from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority for Binbit Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company owned by Mexico-based Spanish investors and associated with Binbit México SA de CV.
28 June 2012
Azam & Rai engaged by Canadian energy company for its disinvestment from Pakistani joint venture
Sector: Corporate/M&A Law
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a Canadian energy company for legal advice on a closing transaction and drafting of a Share Purchase Agreement involving the sale of its PKR 166,580,040 worth of shares in a joint venture company in Pakistan to a leading Pakistani energy company.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a Canadian energy company for legal advice on a closing transaction and drafting of a Share Purchase Agreement involving the sale of its PKR 166,580,040 worth of shares in a joint venture company in Pakistan to a leading Pakistani energy company.
16 April 2012
Azam & Rai engaged by multinational IT company for procurement of Pakistani Work Visa for its CEO
Sector: Employment Law
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a multinational information technology company for procurement of a 2-year Pakistani Work Visa for its Chief Executive Officer.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a multinational information technology company for procurement of a 2-year Pakistani Work Visa for its Chief Executive Officer.
05 April 2012
Azam & Rai participates in IFC's Corporate Governance Dispute Resolution Workshop for Lawyers
Sector: Dispute Resolution
Azam & Rai lawyers, R.M.S. Azam and Warda Shafiq, participated in the “Corporate Governance Dispute Resolution Workshop for Lawyers” held under the auspices of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) (World Bank Group) at the Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore on 5 April 2012.
Azam & Rai lawyers, R.M.S. Azam and Warda Shafiq, participated in the “Corporate Governance Dispute Resolution Workshop for Lawyers” held under the auspices of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) (World Bank Group) at the Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore on 5 April 2012.
03 April 2012
Azam & Rai incorporates new company on behalf of foreign investors
Sector: Corporate Law
Azam & Rai has incorporated a new company, DEFAP International (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of foreign investors based in Denmark, New Zealand and Australia.
Azam & Rai has incorporated a new company, DEFAP International (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of foreign investors based in Denmark, New Zealand and Australia.
14 March 2012
Azam & Rai engaged by leading US law firm, Greenberg Traurig LLP, for trademark registration services
Sector: Intellectual Property Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a leading U.S. law firm, Greenberg Traurig LLP, for advice on Pakistan’s intellectual property laws and registration of a U.S. client’s trademark in Pakistan.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a leading U.S. law firm, Greenberg Traurig LLP, for advice on Pakistan’s intellectual property laws and registration of a U.S. client’s trademark in Pakistan.
30 December 2011
Azam & Rai engaged by foreign investors based in Denmark, New Zealand and Australia for incorporation of a subsidiary in Pakistan
Sector: Corporate Law
Azam & Rai has been engaged by foreign investors based in Denmark, New Zealand and Australia for incorporation of a subsidiary company in Pakistan for providing accounting, audit and financial advisory services to clients in major European countries and for conducting trade and commercial activities within the commodities market as well as consultancy on international trade relationships.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by foreign investors based in Denmark, New Zealand and Australia for incorporation of a subsidiary company in Pakistan for providing accounting, audit and financial advisory services to clients in major European countries and for conducting trade and commercial activities within the commodities market as well as consultancy on international trade relationships.
21 November 2011
Azam & Rai incorporates telecom company on behalf of domestic investors
Sectors: Corporate & Telecommunication Laws
Azam & Rai has incorporated a telecom company, Infostructure Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of domestic investors.
Azam & Rai has incorporated a telecom company, Infostructure Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of domestic investors.
26 October 2011
Azam & Rai engaged by major U.S. biotechnology company for legal advice on seed registration and certification in Pakistan
Sector: Agriculture & Biotechnology Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a major U.S. biotechnology company based in California for legal advice on seed registration and certification in Pakistan and review of an agreement for field activities with a local partner.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a major U.S. biotechnology company based in California for legal advice on seed registration and certification in Pakistan and review of an agreement for field activities with a local partner.
20 April 2011
In Writ Petition filed through Azam & Rai, the Islamabad High Court restrains the PTA from taking action against 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd.
Sector: Telecommunications Laws
In Writ Petition No. 1180/2011 filed by Azam & Rai before the Islamabad High Court on behalf of 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. against (i) the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom (Government of Pakistan); (ii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority; (iii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited and; (iv) the Universal Service Fund Company, the Islamabad High Court has restrained the respondents from taking any coercive action against 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. under the Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Regime. In the said Writ Petition, 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. has challenged the constitutionality and legality of the APC for USF Regime.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan and is the fourth LDI licensee that Azam & Rai is representing and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
In Writ Petition No. 1180/2011 filed by Azam & Rai before the Islamabad High Court on behalf of 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. against (i) the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom (Government of Pakistan); (ii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority; (iii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited and; (iv) the Universal Service Fund Company, the Islamabad High Court has restrained the respondents from taking any coercive action against 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. under the Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Regime. In the said Writ Petition, 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. has challenged the constitutionality and legality of the APC for USF Regime.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan and is the fourth LDI licensee that Azam & Rai is representing and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
19 April 2011
Azam & Rai engaged by 4B Gentel International(Pvt.) Ltd. to challenge the APC for USF Regime in the Islamabad High Court
Sector: Telecommunications Laws
Azam & Rai has filed a Writ Petition in the Islamabad High Court on behalf of 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, against (i) the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom (Government of Pakistan); (ii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority; (iii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited and; (iv) the Universal Service Fund Company, challenging the constitutionality and legality of the Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Regime.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan and is the fourth LDI licensee that Azam & Rai is representing and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
Azam & Rai has filed a Writ Petition in the Islamabad High Court on behalf of 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, against (i) the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom (Government of Pakistan); (ii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority; (iii) the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited and; (iv) the Universal Service Fund Company, challenging the constitutionality and legality of the Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Regime.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan and is the fourth LDI licensee that Azam & Rai is representing and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
01 April 2011
Azam & Rai incorporates IT company on behalf of domestic investors
Sectors: Corporate & Information Technology Laws
Azam & Rai has incorporated an information technology company, Think-e Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of domestic investors.
Azam & Rai has incorporated an information technology company, Think-e Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd., on behalf of domestic investors.
23 March 2011
Azam & Rai advises British telecom company on agreement with Pakistani subsidiary of a major Norwegian telecom company
Sector: Telecommunications Laws
Azam & Rai has advised a British telecom company on its telecom agreement with the Pakistani subsidiary of a major Norwegian telecom company.
Azam & Rai has advised a British telecom company on its telecom agreement with the Pakistani subsidiary of a major Norwegian telecom company.
11 February 2011
Azam & Rai engaged by Canada-based multinational energy company
Sector: Dispute Resolution and M&A
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a multinational energy company headquartered in Canada in its dispute with a local company and for a M&A transaction.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a multinational energy company headquartered in Canada in its dispute with a local company and for a M&A transaction.
06 December 2010
Azam & Rai engaged by Brussels-based lawyer for advice on termination of a distribution agreement in Pakistan
Sector: International Business Transactions
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a Brussels-based lawyer for advice on the termination by its client, a major European food manufacturer, of its distribution agreement with a local distributor in Pakistan.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by a Brussels-based lawyer for advice on the termination by its client, a major European food manufacturer, of its distribution agreement with a local distributor in Pakistan.
03 December 2010
Azam & Rai incorporates telecom company in Pakistan for Mexico-based Spanish investors
Sectors: Corporate & Telecommunications Laws
Azam & Rai has incorporated a telecom company in Pakistan for Mexico-based Spanish investors with a view to obtaining for it a Class License for Value Added Services from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.
Azam & Rai has incorporated a telecom company in Pakistan for Mexico-based Spanish investors with a view to obtaining for it a Class License for Value Added Services from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.
01 December 2010
Azam & Rai engaged by UK-based client for advice on inheritance and succession laws
Sector: Succession & Inheritance Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by UK-based client for advice on the inheritance and succession laws of Pakistan and for obtaining a declaratory decree and succession certificate from Pakistani courts in relation to the estate of a deceased UK national in Pakistan.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by UK-based client for advice on the inheritance and succession laws of Pakistan and for obtaining a declaratory decree and succession certificate from Pakistani courts in relation to the estate of a deceased UK national in Pakistan.
01 November 2010
Azam & Rai engaged by Mexico-based Spanish investors
Sector: Corporate and Telecommunications Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by Mexico-based Spanish investors for incorporating a telecom company in Pakistan and for obtaining a Class License for Value Added Services from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by Mexico-based Spanish investors for incorporating a telecom company in Pakistan and for obtaining a Class License for Value Added Services from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority.
01 July 2010
Azam & Rai invited by WEBCOP to a Stakeholders Consultation on ADR mechanisms for resolving labour disputes
Sector: Labour Law
Azam & Rai's R.M.S. Azam was invited to participate in a Stakeholders’ Consultation on “Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms for Resolving Labour Disputes” held under the auspices of the Workers Employers Bilateral Council of Pakistan (WEBCOP) with the support of the Solidarity Centre, Islamabad at the Hotel Regent Plaza, Karachi on 30 June 2010.
Azam & Rai's R.M.S. Azam was invited to participate in a Stakeholders’ Consultation on “Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms for Resolving Labour Disputes” held under the auspices of the Workers Employers Bilateral Council of Pakistan (WEBCOP) with the support of the Solidarity Centre, Islamabad at the Hotel Regent Plaza, Karachi on 30 June 2010.
01 June 2010
In Writ Petition filed through Azam & Rai, the Lahore High Court restrains the PTA from taking action against Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
In Writ Petition No. 2356/2010 filed by Azam & Rai before the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court on behalf of Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has restrained the PTA from taking any action against Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. in relation to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulation, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of four LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai is representing before the High Court in the dispute, which all LDI licensees have with the PTA in relation to APC for USF payments. 5 out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
In Writ Petition No. 2356/2010 filed by Azam & Rai before the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court on behalf of Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has restrained the PTA from taking any action against Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. in relation to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulation, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of four LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai is representing before the High Court in the dispute, which all LDI licensees have with the PTA in relation to APC for USF payments. 5 out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
31 May 2010
Azam & Rai engaged by 4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by 4B Gentel International(Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) related to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
4B Gentel International is the fourth LDI licensee, which Azam & Rai is representing in its dispute with the PTA, and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by 4B Gentel International(Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) related to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
4B Gentel International (Pvt.) Ltd. is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
4B Gentel International is the fourth LDI licensee, which Azam & Rai is representing in its dispute with the PTA, and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
20 May 2010
Azam & Rai advises Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt & Sprüngli
Sector: International Business Transactions
Azam & Rai has advised Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG (Switzerland) and Lindt & Sprüngli International AG (Switzerland) - both Lindt Group companies - one of the world's leading chocolate manufacturers on a distribution transaction in Pakistan.
Azam & Rai has advised Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG (Switzerland) and Lindt & Sprüngli International AG (Switzerland) - both Lindt Group companies - one of the world's leading chocolate manufacturers on a distribution transaction in Pakistan.
17 May 2010
In Writ Petition filed through Azam & Rai, Lahore High Court restrains PTA from withdrawing concesson given to Wateen Telecom
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
In Writ Petition No. 3280/2009 filed by Azam & Rai before the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court on behalf of Wateen Telecom Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has restrained the PTA from withdrawing a concession granted by the PTA to Wateen Telecom in relation to the payment in installments of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Wateen Telecom, a Karachi Stock Exhange-listed subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Group of the United Arab Emirates, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Wateen Telecom is one of three LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai is representing before the High Court in the dispute, which all LDI licensees have with the PTA in relation to APC for USF payments. 5 out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
In Writ Petition No. 3280/2009 filed by Azam & Rai before the Rawalpindi Bench of the Lahore High Court on behalf of Wateen Telecom Ltd. against the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Lahore High Court has restrained the PTA from withdrawing a concession granted by the PTA to Wateen Telecom in relation to the payment in installments of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Wateen Telecom, a Karachi Stock Exhange-listed subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Group of the United Arab Emirates, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Wateen Telecom is one of three LDI licensees, which Azam & Rai is representing before the High Court in the dispute, which all LDI licensees have with the PTA in relation to APC for USF payments. 5 out of 14 LDI licensees have consulted Azam & Rai in this regard.
12 May 2010
Azam & Rai participates in International Conference on “Challenges in Implementing Competition Law in Developing Countries”
Sector: Competition Law
As part of the Firm's continuing commitment to keep abreast of the latest legal developments, Mr. R.M.S. Azam, Partner, participated in the International Conference on “Challenges in Implementing Competition Law in Developing Countries” held under the auspices of the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) at the Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore on 11-12 May 2010.
As part of the Firm's continuing commitment to keep abreast of the latest legal developments, Mr. R.M.S. Azam, Partner, participated in the International Conference on “Challenges in Implementing Competition Law in Developing Countries” held under the auspices of the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) at the Pearl Continental Hotel, Lahore on 11-12 May 2010.
11 May 2010
Azam & Rai engaged by Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
Azam & Rai has been engaged by Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) related to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan is the third LDI licensee, which Azam & Rai is representing in its dispute with the PTA, and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
Azam & Rai has been engaged by Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., a telecom company, in its dispute with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) related to the payment of Access Promotion Contribution (APC) for the Universal Service Fund (USF) under the Access Promotion Regulations, 2005, pursuant to the Access Promotion Rules 2004 and the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-Organization) Act, 1996.
Multinet Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd., an Axiata (formerly TMI) Group Subsidiary, is one of 14 Long-Distance International (LDI) Licensees in Pakistan.
Multinet Pakistan is the third LDI licensee, which Azam & Rai is representing in its dispute with the PTA, and the fifth LDI licensee, which has consulted Azam & Rai.
03 May 2010
Azam & Rai attends lecture on "The Role of the Competition Commission of Pakistan in Consumer Protection"
Sector: Competition Law
As part of the Firm's continuing commitment to keep abreast of the latest legal developments, Mr. R.M.S. Azam (Partner), Ms. Ruqia Ismail (Partner, Real Estate Practice Group & Associate) and Ms. Sehrish Tasneem Zafar (Associate) attended a Lecture by Mr. Khalid A. Mirza, Chairman of the Competition Commission of Pakistan, on "The Role of the Competition Commission of Pakistan in Consumer Protection" held under the auspices of the Concerned Citizens of Pakistan's Rule of Law Lecture Series at Lahore on 3 May 2010.
As part of the Firm's continuing commitment to keep abreast of the latest legal developments, Mr. R.M.S. Azam (Partner), Ms. Ruqia Ismail (Partner, Real Estate Practice Group & Associate) and Ms. Sehrish Tasneem Zafar (Associate) attended a Lecture by Mr. Khalid A. Mirza, Chairman of the Competition Commission of Pakistan, on "The Role of the Competition Commission of Pakistan in Consumer Protection" held under the auspices of the Concerned Citizens of Pakistan's Rule of Law Lecture Series at Lahore on 3 May 2010.
28 April 2010
In appeal filed by Redtone Telecommunications through Azam & Rai, Lahore High Court suspends PTA’s order and restores Redtone’s LDI License
Sector: Telecommunication Laws
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) had suspended the Long Distance International (LDI) License of Redtone Telecommunications Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. (Redtone) through its Enforcement Order dated 23.04.2010.
Through its lawyers, M/s Azam & Rai (Advocates & Legal Consultants), Redtone filed an Appeal (F.A.O. No. 81 of 2010) against the PTA’s Enforcement Order in the Rawalpindi Bench of the Hon’ble Lahore High Court on 26.04.2010 in which Redtone has challenged the suspension of its LDI License by the PTA on the grounds of it being, inter alia, illegal, discriminatory and arbitrary. While granting interim relief to Redtone, the Hon’ble Mr. Justice Asad Munir, vide his Order dated 27.04.2010, has suspended PTA’s Enforcement Order, thereby restoring Redtone’s LDI License.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) had suspended the Long Distance International (LDI) License of Redtone Telecommunications Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. (Redtone) through its Enforcement Order dated 23.04.2010.
Through its lawyers, M/s Azam & Rai (Advocates & Legal Consultants), Redtone filed an Appeal (F.A.O. No. 81 of 2010) against the PTA’s Enforcement Order in the Rawalpindi Bench of the Hon’ble Lahore High Court on 26.04.2010 in which Redtone has challenged the suspension of its LDI License by the PTA on the grounds of it being, inter alia, illegal, discriminatory and arbitrary. While granting interim relief to Redtone, the Hon’ble Mr. Justice Asad Munir, vide his Order dated 27.04.2010, has suspended PTA’s Enforcement Order, thereby restoring Redtone’s LDI License.
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