In a landmark partnership unveiled at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and China Mobile International Limited (CMI) have announced a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing both national and international connectivity. This strategic alliance promises to expand the digital landscape for users in Pakistan and beyond.
The agreement was signed by Waqar Ahmed, Group Director of Enterprise Solutions at PTCL & Ufone 4G, and Alex Lee, Managing Director of China Mobile International Middle East, in the presence of investors, innovators, and business leaders. The signing event underscored the commitment of both companies to improving connectivity and service quality for their customers.
This historic collaboration will leverage PTCL’s extensive fiber network, which spans over 65,000 kilometers across Pakistan, alongside CMI’s global infrastructure, featuring 305 overseas Points of Presence (PoPs). Together, they aim to deliver high-quality, scalable connectivity solutions that cater to both businesses and individual consumers.
Sayyed Muhammad Imran Ali, Group VP of B2B Strategy & Product Management at PTCL & Ufone 4G, emphasized the importance of this partnership: “We are glad to partner with one of the leading operators to further strengthen the country’s footprint in the digital landscape. By leveraging the combined strengths of PTCL and CMI, we will provide businesses and consumers with unmatched access and service quality in Pakistan and beyond to open avenues for unrestrained enablement and opportunity.”
Alex Lee echoed this sentiment, stating, “We are thrilled to embark on this collaboration with PTCL to benefit our individual and enterprise customers globally. By combining our strengths, we believe we can significantly enhance our capabilities on both sides. Together, we aim to introduce innovative solutions to the market, driving forward the digital landscape and providing greater value to our customers.”
The partnership is expected to set a precedent for digital growth in the region, showcasing the potential for mutual progress and development within the telecom industry. PTCL has already forged several significant collaborations at GITEX 2024, underscoring its commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s telecommunications and digital ecosystem.
As Asia and the Middle East continue to evolve in the digital space, partnerships like this one mark a crucial step toward fostering connectivity and innovation in the region.