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China Mobile International and Batelco Announce Partnership at Capacity
Middle East 2024

In a landmark move, China Mobile Interna-
tional Limited (CMI) and Batelco (Bahrain
Telecommunications Company) part of
the Beyon group, have proudly announced
a partnership at the prestigious Capaci-
ty Middle East 2024 held in Dubai, UAE.
During the event, a Memorandum of Un-
derstanding (MoU) was signed by CMI
Middle East Managing Director Alex Lee
and Batelco Chief Global Business Offi-
cer Hani Askar. This collaboration marks
a pivotal step in the telecommunications
industry, signifying a joint effort between
two leading companies in their respective
regions. CMI and Batelco have committed
to enhancing cooperation in several key
areas, including international connectivity,
roaming services, and Internet Protocol simultaneously investing in cutting-edge services and connectivity, and its portfolio
Television (IPT), among others. Alex Lee, digital infrastructure, including subsea ca- of digital business solutions spans global
Managing Director of CMI Middle East, ble systems and advanced data centers. connectivity, global infrastructure, internet,
Draft
expressed his optimism about the partner- These initiatives are taken to enhance the cloud connectivity, hosting, and carrier
ship, stating, “This collaboration with Batel- region’s network resilience, data exchange voice and mobility services. The Compa-
co is a crucial milestone for us at CMI. We and internet connectivity.” CMI has invested ny’s 31+ points-of-presence are geograph-
are excited to combine our strengths to en- heavily in the Middle East region to connect ically distributed and provide the lowest la-
hance the telecommunications landscape, carriers to a reliable, scalable, and resilient tency to the region, MENA, and Europe. Key
ensuring better connectivity and innova- network via its extensive global infrastruc- constituents of Batelco’s expansive global
tive solutions for our customers globally.” ture. Currently, CMI has 80 cable resources business portfolio include Global Zone, the
Echoing this sentiment, Batelco Chief Glob- and 230+ PoPs globally, with international carrier-neutral transit zone, Manama-IX,
al Business Officer, Hani Askar, remarked, transmission bandwidth of over 145T. As a the internet traffic exchange platform, and
“Joining forces with CMI is a pivotal step trusted partner that provides comprehen- Batelco Global Network (BGN), Batelco’s
for Batelco in extending our international sive international information services and fully owned and managed diverse terrestri-
reach and capabilities. This partnership solutions to international enterprises, carri- al cable system. This alliance between CMI
signifies our commitment to providing top- ers and mobile users, CMI develops diversi- and Batelco is expected to pave the way for
notch services and staying at the forefront fied 5G solutions for industry applications, groundbreaking advancements in the tele-
of the telecommunications sector.” “Batel- provide high quality, all-round and innova- communications industry, benefiting cus-
co recognizes the importance of forging tive 5G services to our customers. Batelco tomers and stakeholders across the globe.
partnerships with industry leaders while is the leading provider of innovative digital

China Mobile International and Mobily Forge Alliance to Elevate Market

Offerings

In a significant development for the global the market with innovative solutions leveraging advancements in technology
telecommunications industry, China Mobile and enhanced services for customers and infrastructure to meet the ever-
International Limited (CMI) and Etihad across their respective regions. The increasing demands of digital consumers.
Etisalat Company (Mobily) have entered collaboration is set to focus on elevating Representatives from both CMI and Mobily
into an interconnection agreement at carrier services and delivering innovative have expressed their enthusiasm about this
Capacity Middle East 2024 in Dubai, UAE solutions directly to customers, tapping new venture, highlighting its potential to
on 6 February 2024. This partnership into the vast potential of both companies' not only enhance service offerings but also
represents a monumental commitment technological and service capabilities. By to lead the way in digital transformation
from two of the telecommunications improving carrier services, the alliance efforts within the industry. CMI's iConnect
sector's giants to combine their strengths intends to offer a more seamless, efficient, ONE (Omni Network Enablement) serves as
and capabilities, aiming to revolutionize and enriched customer experience, a comprehensive platform that streamlines

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