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By John Lee. According to the Ministry of Communications, Iraq's Communications Minister Mustafa Jabbar Sanad has chaired a video-conference meeting with Starlink to discuss the company's application for a licence to operate in Iraq. The Iraqi Communications and Media Commission (CMC) was represented at the meeting by its chairman, Baligh Abu Kalal. The minister said […]
By John Lee. Internet speeds for subscribers on fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) networks are to be increased by 20% at no additional cost, following an agreement reached between the ministry and private-sector operators. Communications Minister Mustafa Jabbar Sanad convened an expanded meeting with senior ministry staff, the General Company for Telecommunications and Informatics, and representatives of private-sector […]
By John Lee. Iraq has prevailed in an international arbitration case brought by Orange against the Republic of Iraq and the Communications and Media Commission (CMC), with all of the company's claims dismissed by the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). The Ministry of Justice said the outcome was the result of sustained […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Communications and Media Commission (CMC) has cancelled its settlement contract with Korek Telecom and ordered a halt to all the company's operations, citing repeated failures to meet its contractual obligations. In a statement, the CMC said the decision was taken under clauses 12, 13, 15 and 16 of Article Five of […]
By John Lee. Zain Iraq has announced a strategic partnership with 1001, a digital streaming platform operating in Iraq, to provide eligible subscribers with access to entertainment and sports content at no extra cost. Under the agreement, Zain customers on bundles of IQD 25,000 (approximately USD 19) or more will receive 1001's "FADSHI" package, giving […]
By John Lee. According to the Iraqi Communications and Media Commission (CMC), Iraq has reaffirmed its commitment to building a modern digital infrastructure, rolling out 5G networks, and attracting investment to the telecoms sector. The statements were made by CMC Executive Director Baligh Abu Kalal at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR26), held in Ankara, […]
By John Lee. Asiacell has announced a strategic collaboration with 1001, Iraq's leading legal over-the-top (OTT) streaming platform, to provide Asiacell customers with complimentary access to premium licensed entertainment through selected Asiacell hard bundles. Under the partnership, Asiacell subscribers gain access to 1001's Ultimate Lite Package "FADSHI", which includes LaLiga coverage, access to OSN+, and […]
By John Lee. Proton VPN has reported a sharp increase in usage in Iraq, with free signups rising by more than 1,200 percent following a disruption to Telegram services. According to General Manager David Peterson, via X, the spike in registrations on 4th April was linked to a local outage or possible restriction affecting the […]
By John Lee. An Iraqi-Emirati consortium is reportedly planning a $700 million subsea and terrestrial data cable linking the United Arab Emirates to Turkey via Iraq. Branded WorldLink, the project comprises Tech 964 (T964), headed by Ali Elakabi [ALMCO, Amwaj International], Iraq-based DIL Technologies and UAE-based Breeze Investments. Click here to read the full article […]
By John Lee. T964 and Nokia have announced a partnership to modernise Iraq's telecommunications and digital infrastructure, with the agreement signed during Capacity Middle East. The collaboration will deploy advanced connectivity solutions aimed at strengthening the country's digital economy. Planned areas of cooperation include: Enterprise network deployment Data centre development International fibre transit optimisation Fibre-to-the-home […]
By John Lee. SpaceX (Starlink) has held talks in Baghdad as Iraq moves into the final stages of issuing satellite-internet licences, including one for the US company. Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani received the delegation on Thursday, in the presence of US Chargé d'Affaires Joshua Harris. The meeting reviewed licensing procedures, potential cooperation in communications […]
By John Lee. Asiacell has entered into a strategic partnership with Evam to implement the evamX real-time customer engagement platform across its nationwide operations. The agreement will enable the telecoms operator to deliver hyper-personalised marketing and customer interactions across its digital and traditional channels, using AI-driven automation and real-time data processing. The company said the […]
