Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, met with UNDP Resident Representative Asmaa Shalabi to discuss enhancing cooperation in transportation, telecommunications, and digital transformation. The talks focused on supporting joint initiatives in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision and the SDGs 2030.
Dr. Yarub Badr, Minister of Transport, held discussions with the Arab Internet and Telecom Union (ARISPA) to strengthen collaboration on digital transformation and AI in the transport sector. The talks also focused on the upcoming regional conference in Damascus about AI and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the Ministry’s commitment to innovation.
Jordan has introduced a mobile device registration requirement for individuals bringing devices from abroad, aiming to prevent telecom service disruptions and curb smuggling. Devices imported through official channels will be classified under “white,” “black,” or “gray” lists, with smuggled devices being blocked by telecom providers.
The Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) and the Ministry of Labour have opened registration for the third batch of Bahrain’s Technical Development Programme (TTDP), aimed at training Bahraini IT graduates. The program will provide on-the-job training, enhancing skills for employment in the public and private sectors. Registration ends May 30.
The first ITU Embedded AI Focus Group meeting, hosted by Turkcell in Istanbul, brought together global experts to discuss AI-native networks. The summit emphasized the integration of AI in telecom networks for smarter, more efficient infrastructures. Key industry leaders stressed the need for international standards in AI-based networks.
OmanSat Technologies has been granted a first-class licence by Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority to develop and operate a satellite communications system. This will enhance broadband internet services and satellite connectivity, especially in rural areas, boosting the country’s telecommunications infrastructure and market competitiveness.
OmanSat has been granted a Category 1 license under Royal Decree 40/2025 to establish a satellite communication system providing broadband internet and satellite connectivity in Oman. This initiative will improve telecom infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, and contribute to market competitiveness, supporting the country’s digital transformation efforts.
IGT Solutions has opened a new office in Cairo, marking a significant expansion in Egypt. The company plans to grow its local workforce from 450 to 2,000 professionals by 2027. The expansion supports IGT’s global client base, focusing on customer experience and digital transformation in various industries.
Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea have published their 5G, 4G, and 2G network coverage maps as required by Trai’s new regulations, aimed at enhancing transparency for consumers. However, BSNL and MTNL have yet to release their coverage maps, which were due by April 1.
PTCL’s merger with Telenor Pakistan is moving towards approval with a new $1 billion investment offer. The deal, anticipated to enhance mobile competition, could position Ufone as the second-largest telecom provider in Pakistan, benefiting consumers with better services.
