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Cisco’s deal to modernize Bahrain’s government networks is part of a $17 billion US-Bahrain investment partnership focusing on technology and infrastructure, reinforcing Bahrain’s drive to become a Gulf tech leader.
Algeria’s HTT and China’s Xiamen Airlines signed a digital tourism cooperation agreement during SITEV 2025. The event showcased extensive participation and honored outstanding contributions, reinforcing Algeria’s commitment to tourism digitization and international collaboration.
The government has formed a committee led by Prof. Wahiduddin Mahmud to review the draft Telecommunications Network and Licensing Policy 2025, focusing on its economic, technical, and implementation dimensions amid concerns from local telecom firms.
BTECH and WorkSmart join forces to deliver the 13th MEET ICT Conference and Bahrain International Technology Exhibition under the theme of AI-driven transformation. The event aims to showcase innovation, foster regional collaboration, and support Bahrain’s Vision 2030 digital economy ambitions.
Saudi Arabia unveils a new identity and master plan for King Fahd, Al Ahsa, and Qaisumah airports, aiming to expand passenger capacity, multiply cargo throughput, and modernize infrastructure. The developments support Vision 2030 goals to establish Dammam as a key regional logistics hub.
Citibank expands its Bahrain Global Technology Hub with a new floor, accelerating talent acquisition and digital solution development across AI, Big Data, and E-Commerce. The move reinforces Bahrain’s status as a regional tech and financial hub supported by strategic public-private partnerships.
Air Arabia and Saudi partners Nesma Group and KUN Holding gain regulatory approval to launch a low-cost airline from Dammam, aiming to serve 10 million passengers by 2030. The initiative supports regional connectivity, job creation, and tourism growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
El Gamal Group and BWH Hotels collaborate to develop a four-star Best Western Plus hotel in Giza, strategically located near the Grand Egyptian Museum. The project combines premium hospitality offerings with a prime cultural tourism destination, marking BWH’s first internationally branded hotel in the area.
Touchnet and Zadara introduce sovereign GPU-powered AI cloud infrastructure at Samrand data centre, empowering South African enterprises with secure, low-latency AI computing while ensuring data sovereignty. This initiative supports local innovation and reduces reliance on offshore cloud platforms.
U Mobile partners with Melaka ICT Holdings to leverage state infrastructure and accelerate 5G deployment in Malacca. The collaboration supports U Mobile’s target of 80% national 5G coverage by mid-2026, with Malacca aiming for full 4G and 5G population coverage by 2027.