Zong represented Pakistan at the International Telecoms Week (ITW) 2025 in Washington D.C., joining over 2,000 organizations from more than 120 countries at this premier global telecom event focused on advancing connectivity, digital infrastructure, and innovation worldwide.
During the conference, Zong conducted strategic meetings with major telecom players including Oman Tel (ZOI), Orange Business, CMC Networks, China Mobile International, Etisalat, China Unicom, iBasis, Cybernet, DU, KDDI, Telarix, Exponentia Global, Telecom Italia Sparkle, and Telecom Egypt. These discussions aimed to strengthen collaborations across international voice, roaming, A2P SMS, ICT, and wholesale business domains, reinforcing existing partnerships and exploring new growth opportunities.
A significant highlight for Zong was its focus on enhancing connectivity for Hajj pilgrims via partnerships with GCC-based operators. The company positioned itself as the exclusive network provider for Hajj pilgrims in 2025, offering tailored International Roaming and Internet Direct Dialing bundles to meet their unique communication needs during the pilgrimage.
Zong also showcased Pakistan’s robust telecom infrastructure, emphasizing its self-resilient nationwide network and international connectivity capabilities, including terrestrial routing into Afghanistan and China. Its broad service portfolio features ICT solutions, IPLC, IEPL, IP Transit, and VPN/GMPLS services delivered over high-capacity media.
Furthermore, Zong engaged with over-the-top (OTT) service providers and SMS aggregators to expand its A2P SMS business, discussing ways to enhance message delivery efficiency and develop customized solutions tailored to partner requirements, fueling long-term growth in this sector.
Khurram Ishaq, Director of LDI and International Business at Zong, stated, “At ITW 2025, Zong reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening global connectivity through resilient infrastructure and strategic partnerships. By embracing cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration, we are driving digital innovation that empowers Pakistan and connects customers worldwide.”
