Du, the UAE-based telecom and digital services provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China Telecom Global (CTG), an international telecommunications company known for its extensive infrastructure and key role in global connectivity and innovation. The agreement marks a major step in introducing advanced telecom capabilities to the UAE market.
The partnership sets the stage for collaboration across a wide spectrum of emerging technologies, including advanced video intelligence, connected car solutions, autonomous network systems, voice and roaming services and travel e-SIM offerings. The two companies aim to deploy technologies that can bring immediate benefits to customers in the UAE while also shaping long-term innovation initiatives.
Fahad Al Hassawi, Chief Executive Officer at du, said: “This partnership with China Telecom Global represents our commitment to bringing world-class innovation to the UAE by co-creating solutions that address the unique needs of our market while supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a global smart nation leader. We actively seek strategic alliances that amplify our ability to deliver cutting-edge services to our customers and support the UAE’s digital vision.”
The partnership will focus on four key technological domains: advanced video services that leverage AI and big data to transform video streams into actionable intelligence for industry-specific solutions; connected car technology enabling smart vehicle connectivity and IoT integration; autonomous network solutions powered by AI-driven network management and optimisation; voice service collaboration, enhanced roaming services providing seamless international connectivity, and travel e-SIM services offering digital-first mobile connectivity for travellers.
Ziyu DONG, General Manager of China Telecom Africa & Middle East, added: “We are excited to partner with du to bring China Telecom’s extensive telecommunications expertise and innovative solutions to the UAE market. Leveraging our advanced network technologies and operational excellence with du’s deep understanding of the UAE market, we can deliver cutting-edge telecommunications services that will accelerate the nation’s smart city ambitions and enhance connectivity for millions of users.”
The agreement comes as the UAE continues to position itself as a global technology hub, with both companies committed to exploring innovative solutions and deploy new service offerings.
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