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UAE leads global fibre connectivity with 99.3 pc penetration
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The UAE has once again been recognized as the global leader in Fibre to the Home (FTTH) penetration, marking the eighth consecutive year the country has held this top position with a penetration rate of 99.3 percent, according to the latest annual report from the FTTH Council.
The report examined data from 20 countries with over 50 percent FTTH availability and compared global statistics on fibre optic network penetration. The UAE was ranked above Singapore (97.1 percent), Hong Kong (95.3 percent), China (92.9 percent), and South Korea (91.5 percent).
This ranking reinforces the UAE’s status as a global leader in high-speed fibre connectivity and highlights the nation’s leadership vision to prioritize next-generation digital infrastructure.
eAndUAE has played a crucial role in achieving the nation’s connectivity goals by investing in and developing world-class infrastructure for 5G and fibre networks. Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, CEO of eAndUAE, emphasized, “The UAE’s proactive strategies and investments in fibre connectivity are a testament to both the nation’s visionary leadership and its confidence to empower people to thrive in the digital age.”
e& UAE has been a pioneer in digital innovation, investing strategically in mobile and fibre networks to introduce cutting-edge services that cater to evolving customer needs. Recognized as the Strongest Telecom Brand in the World in 2024 by Brand Finance, e& UAE continues to strengthen its position as a key player in the global connectivity landscape. The Daily Guardian