China Telecom has expanded its international presence by launching China Telecom Gulf in Riyadh. This development aligns with the “Belt and Road Initiative” and aims to foster a “China-Arab Community with a Shared Future.” The launch event was attended by over 100 dignitaries, including Mr. Liu Guiqing, Executive Director of China Telecom, and Mr. Fawaz from the Chinese Companies Contact Office in Saudi Arabia.
In his speech, Mr. Liu emphasized the company’s dedication to cooperation and mutual benefit. He highlighted China Telecom’s expertise in cloud-network integration, technological innovation, and intelligent operations. The company plans to collaborate with Saudi entities to enhance local digital infrastructure and advance next-generation technologies. Leveraging its strengths in 5G, AI, and cloud computing, China Telecom aims to deliver high-quality communication products to Saudi businesses and consumers.
Mr. Fawaz congratulated China Telecom on this significant milestone, noting its capacity to support regional digital transformation with its robust cloud-network resources. He expressed optimism about the company’s role in Saudi Arabia’s socio-economic growth and the strengthening of Sino-Saudi collaboration.
China Telecom showcased its global reach, which includes operations in 42 countries, ownership of 53 international submarine cables, and management of 27 data centers. Key services like eSurfing Cloud and customized 5G networks were introduced as part of their offerings.
Strategic agreements were signed with Saudi Telecom Company, Huawei Saudi Arabia, and Baud Telecom Company to enhance digital experiences for Saudi customers. This move signifies a crucial step in China Telecom’s strategy to enter the Middle Eastern communications market and bolster industrial cooperation between China and the region.
Looking ahead, China Telecom Gulf aims to leverage its digital infrastructure to support local and international businesses, contributing to the Middle East’s digital economy and striving to become a leader in digital and intelligent technology services.