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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has engaged in discussions with the Abu Dhabi government and Binance founder Changpeng Zhao on digital finance policy, focusing on digital innovation, data centers, and AI. He emphasized the importance of Malaysia staying competitive and developing a strong digital finance strategy through collaboration with the UAE.
The interim government in Bangladesh plans to raise the supplementary duty on mobile phone services from 20% to 23%. This increase will raise taxes on recharges, leaving users with less usable balance. The move has sparked concerns about its impact on internet usage and the country’s ICT progress.
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Orange Egypt Named Official Telecom Partner for the 8th El Gouna Film Festival
Cairo, Egypt — Orange Egypt has announced its sponsorship of the 8th edition of the El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) as the official telecom partner of one of the Middle East’s most celebrated cultural events. The festival, held from October 16 to 24, 2025, in the Red Sea resort of El Gouna, carries the theme “Cinema for Humanity” and will feature leading international filmmakers and cinema stars.
This marks Orange Egypt’s eighth consecutive year supporting the festival, underscoring the company’s commitment to fostering creativity, cultural dialogue, and the global exchange of ideas through cinema. The partnership also reflects Orange’s belief in the power of art and technology to drive innovation and connect communities.
As part of its participation, Orange Egypt will launch a variety of exclusive offers and digital experiences, including special discounts and partner privileges for festival attendees. The company will also introduce exclusive deals for entrepreneurs and festival visitors, available through selected Orange stores, furthering its mission to blend entertainment, technology, and smart living into unique customer experiences.
Maha Nagy, Chief Communications Officer at Orange Egypt, said:
“Our ongoing partnership with the El Gouna Film Festival reflects our belief that art and technology go hand in hand to create a more innovative future. Through our continued support, we aim to empower filmmakers, audiences, and young creatives to explore new possibilities through digital solutions.”
Since its inception, the El Gouna Film Festival has become a cornerstone of Egypt’s creative economy and a global platform for artistic collaboration — a vision Orange continues to champion through its long-standing involvement.
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