Batelco is launching a multi-protocol label switching virtual private network interconnectivity in partnership with Qtel, Qatars leading telecommunications company.
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Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has launched next generation TD-LTE (time division long term evolution) network services in the kingdom, the telecom company said in a statement.
Kuwait announces 1,100 projects valued at US $125 billion
Kuwait has announced over 1,100 projects with a joint value of about US$125 billion to be completed over the next 20 years in a bid to kick start economic development in the country.
Nokia Siemens Networks appoints new Middle East head
Nokia Siemens Networks has announced the appointment of Igor Leprince to lead its business in the Middle East region.
G8 and IMF pledge US$38mn to help Arab states
Finance ministers from the G8 group of industrialised countries have pledged US$38mn to several Arab countries to help with reconstruction and moves towards democracy.