Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications and Ministry of Industry and Commerce signed an MoU with AP Moller-Maersk to develop a ship recycling industry. The initiative aims to promote safe and sustainable ship recycling, enhance economic growth, and support Bahrain’s sustainable development and carbon neutrality goals.
Morocco has given telecom companies a three-month deadline to identify all anonymous phone numbers or face suspension of these lines. This initiative aims to enhance security and accountability in the telecommunications sector by ensuring all phone numbers are properly identified and linked to their respective owners.
Algeria’s Ministry of Interior has partnered with Algérie Télécom to provide high-speed internet and fixed-line services to all primary schools, prioritizing low-income areas. This initiative aims to improve education and introduce digital skills to young students, supporting the country’s digital transformation efforts.
Ericsson extends its R&D collaboration with KAUST for two more years, focusing on next-gen telecom technologies, including 5G and 6G. The partnership, aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, has produced significant advancements and will continue to explore new innovations, enhancing the kingdom’s ICT sector and talent development.
Egypt, Telecom Egypt, ITIDA, and Nokia have signed an MoU to create an IP Excellence Center, boosting Egypt’s digital infrastructure, innovation, and ICT exports. This partnership will enhance network automation, AI advancements, and software development, positioning Egypt as a global IT services hub.
Telecom Egypt and Hungary’s 4iG Group have signed a $600 million, 10-year agreement to build a fiber network in Egypt, providing high-speed internet to six million households. The project supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the “Digital Egypt” strategy, enhancing the country’s digital transformation efforts.
Oman’s telecommunications regulatory authority, with licensed providers, will begin phasing out 3G mobile services in July. This initiative aims to optimize spectrum resources and invest in advanced technologies, enhancing service quality and promoting digital transformation, while ensuring a seamless transition for users.
ITIDA, Telecom Egypt, and Nokia have signed an MoU to establish an IP Excellence Center in Egypt, expanding Nokia’s operations and boosting Egypt’s ICT services exports. The center will serve 60 countries in the MEA region, leveraging local talent and enhancing Egypt’s role in the global digital ecosystem.
The Committee on Public Finance has approved the Sri Lanka Telecommunications (Amendment) Bill, aiming to regulate satellite-based internet services and modernize industry regulations. The bill, developed with stakeholder input, introduces new licensing types, strengthens the TRC’s powers, and promotes competitive market practices for consumer benefits.
State Minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak announced the launch of 5G services at Terminal 3 of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in October, following the prime minister’s directive to prioritize airports, seaports, business districts, and industrial zones. The announcement was made during a BTRC meeting in Dhaka.
