Major subsea cable consortium signs MoU to build the AAE-2 Digital Highway connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe
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11 June 2025
In a significant step toward enhancing global connectivity, a consortium of four leading subsea cable operators — PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and Zain Omantel International (ZOI) — have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of the ambitious Asia-Africa-Europe-2 (AAE-2) subsea cable system.
This landmark project aims to establish a high-capacity, resilient, and geographically diverse digital link spanning from Hong Kong and Singapore to Italy, passing through terrestrial corridors across Thailand, the Arabian Peninsula, and Egypt.
Find out more Telekom Malaysia and U Mobile forge MYR 2.4 billion partnership to accelerate Malaysia’s 5G deployment
04 June 2025
Telekom Malaysia (TM) has announced a significant new partnership with U Mobile, Malaysia’s second 5G network operator, confirming its role as the provider of fibre backhaul infrastructure in a deal valued at MYR2.4 billion over the next decade.
This strategic alliance positions TM at the core of U Mobile’s ambitious 5G rollout across the country, enabling the operator to leverage TM’s extensive fibre network to accelerate the deployment of its 5G services.
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Telin and Radius Telecoms sign MoU for cross-border connectivity
19 May 2025
Telin has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Philippine telecom provider Radius Telecoms to bolster cross-border connectivity services for businesses in the Philippines.
The MoU will see Radius resell Telin’s international Ethernet Private Lease Circuit (IEPL) services to local enterprise clients. Both companies plan to launch annual joint marketing initiatives, offering customized solutions tailored to Philippine businesses.
Find out more Dialog Axiata launches the IAX submarine cable system
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15 May 2025
Sri Lankan service provider Dialog Axiata has announced the launch of the India Asia Xpress (IAX) submarine cable system, a key component of its broader international connectivity investments exceeding US$100 million. This initiative aims to bolster Sri Lanka’s global network and future-proof the country’s digital infrastructure.
The launch was achieved through collaboration with regional telecom partners and global hyperscalers, with India’s Reliance Jio leading the project.
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