PTA and NCCIA’s coordinated raids in Gujranwala underscore the ongoing fight against IMEI tampering and cloned devices, emphasizing the importance of strict enforcement to safeguard national security and public safety.
The MoE’s summer programme in Dakhliyah empowers students with practical STEM skills and innovation-driven learning, preparing them for international competitions and advancing Oman’s vision for a science-savvy future generation.
Bahrain’s Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) held virtual workshops to launch the 13th eGovernment Excellence Award 2025, educating participants on categories, criteria, and submission processes. The initiative supports digital innovation and service quality improvements, encouraging public, private, and individual involvement before the June 28 deadline.
CITRA’s draft regulations aim to regulate telecom service distributors in Kuwait by enforcing licensing criteria, operational standards, and provider obligations to enhance transparency and service quality. The public consultation seeks balanced policies that encourage investment and fair competition.
In light of media reports about MCMC’s data request from telcos, Malaysian telecom operators and the regulator have jointly reassured users that all shared mobile usage data is anonymised and aggregated, ensuring no personal information is compromised. The MPD project supports policy-making and aligns with international data protection practices.
PTA is enforcing recovery of an $11.77 million late fee from Zong over delayed license renewal payments. Despite partial payments made under court order, the late fee remains unpaid, risking penalties or service disruption. Zong may appeal or settle to protect its operations in Pakistan’s telecom market.
Telecom regulators and industry leaders from across the Middle East and Africa convened in Cairo to discuss leveraging crowdsourced data and AI-driven analytics to improve network quality and accelerate digital inclusion. The summit highlighted the shift to user-centric regulatory models and emphasized collaboration to support economic growth and enhanced connectivity across the region.
Bahrain and Qatar reinforce cooperation in transport and infrastructure, reviewing key projects like the Bahrain–Qatar Causeway and maritime linkage. Both nations commit to accelerating connectivity initiatives supporting GCC economic integration and regional prosperity.
Qatar’s CRA opens 4,860 km of government telecom ducts to licensed providers, enhancing network expansion and accelerating FTTH and 5G deployments nationwide through transparent, efficient management with Ashghal collaboration.
Afghanistan’s Minister of Telecommunications pledges 46 new telecom sites in Khost to improve connectivity and bridge urban-rural gaps. Adding to 11 existing towers, the expansion aims to enhance internet access and address service unreliability in remote areas, advancing Afghanistan’s goal for universal digital connectivity.
