Zain Iraq Named Official Sponsor of the Second Iraq Telecom Summit

Baghdad, Iraq, May 2025: – As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing Iraq's telecommunications sector and accelerating the nation's digital transformation, Zain Iraq, a subsidiary of Zain Group—the leading telecom innovator across the Middle East and Africa markets, proudly announces its participation as the Official Sponsor of the second Iraq Telecom Summit.

This landmark event, taking place in Baghdad on May 28–29, 2025, will spotlight the pivotal transformations and emerging technologies shaping the future of telecommunications in Iraq amidst global advancements in the field.

Emre Gurkan, CEO of Zain Iraq, stated: "The telecommunications sector serves as a cornerstone of our national economy and is a critical enabler for vital sectors like security, education, and healthcare. It plays a significant role in promoting sustainability, diversifying income sources, and reducing reliance on the oil economy. At Zain Iraq, we are dedicated to enhancing the telecommunications sector and driving digital transformation by providing world-class digital services and solutions to all our beneficiaries. This summit offers a unique opportunity to explore the available prospects in Iraq's telecommunications and technology landscape and to shape the country's digital future."

The event offers a platform to explore the Iraqi government's and the Ministry of Communications' strategic plans, enhance brand visibility for participating organizations, and foster networking opportunities through bilateral meetings. The summit's agenda encompasses panel discussions with experts and specialists, addressing topics such as internet services, e-government initiatives in Iraq, telecommunications infrastructure, digital transformation, financial inclusion, payment solutions, and investment opportunities.

Zain Iraq's sponsorship underscores its support for initiatives that highlight Iraq's telecommunications sector and promote dialogue and knowledge sharing. The summit also serves as a platform to showcase Zain's innovative solutions and services tailored to meet the evolving needs and aspirations of Iraqi users. These include business solutions such as cybersecurity services for companies, institutions, and government agencies; information technology solutions; Internet of Things (IoT) applications, M2M solutions, and advanced internet connectivity services through Zain Iraq's robust network.

The summit holds particular significance as it contributes to shaping the future of Iraq's telecommunications sector by fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and highlighting key transformations and future technologies in the context of rapid global developments. Over the course of two days, the summit will delve into critical topics such as digital transformation, e-government, and sustainable development, featuring insights from a distinguished group of experts and specialists in the field of information and communication technology.