Lebanese Finance Minister Yassine Jaber Visits Baghdad to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Lebanese Finance Minister Yassine Jaber visited Baghdad to meet with Iraqi officials, focusing on enhancing cooperation in fuel supply, telecommunications, and the proposed oil pipeline project. The discussions also included fiber optic connections linking Lebanon to Europe and addressing outstanding financial obligations. Additionally, Jaber discussed Lebanon’s educational sector needs.

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Sri Lankan President Raises Concerns Over Lack of Access to Starlink’s Data Systems for National Security

Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake raised concerns about the lack of access to Starlink’s data systems, which could pose a national security risk. Unlike local telecom providers, the initial agreement with Starlink didn’t include provisions for accessing data during security threats, though a dashboard is being developed.

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Oman’s TRA Introduces New Regulations for International Telecommunications Cables

Oman’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has introduced a new bylaw to regulate international telecommunications cables. The decision aims to strengthen the country’s telecom infrastructure, attract investment, and improve service quality. It establishes a streamlined regulatory framework for cable installation, operation, and maintenance in Omani lands and waters.

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Ministers of Transport and Communications of Oman and Iraq Discuss Strengthening Telecommunications Cooperation

Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, Eng Said bin Hamoud al Maawali, met with Iraq’s Minister of Communications, Dr. Hiyam al Yasiri, to discuss potential cooperation in telecommunications. The focus was on strengthening collaboration, sharing expertise, and stimulating investment and business opportunities between the two countries.

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EG-ATRC Hosts Online Training on Frequency Spectrum Monitoring Techniques

The African Egyptian Centre for Telecommunication Regulation (EG-ATRC) hosted an online training course on frequency spectrum monitoring from April 6-10. The course, attended by 28 experts worldwide, covered spectrum monitoring techniques, interference identification, and electromagnetic field measurements. This collaboration with the ITU Academy strengthens the Centre’s regional role in ICT training.

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Morocco Signs MoUs with Nokia and Ericsson to Boost Digital Transformation under Digital Morocco 2030 Plan

Morocco has signed MoUs with Nokia and Ericsson to accelerate its Digital Morocco 2030 plan. Both companies will focus on digital talent development, 5G deployment, and expanding fiber optic networks. The partnerships aim to foster innovation, support entrepreneurs, and improve the country’s digital infrastructure in preparation for global events.

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