The Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) in Kuwait has announced the launch of a new international corridor connecting Europe with the Gulf via the “Iraq route,” in collaboration with Zajil Telecom.
In a statement to KUNA, the authority highlighted that this new route serves as a complete land alternative to existing marine routes, facilitating a quicker connection, particularly since marine services can be disrupted due to maintenance activities.
The cable further boasts a capacity of 100 gigabits, positioning it as a reliable option for large corporations and global service providers. Additionally, CITRA emphasized that this development will enable swifter and more secure transmission of information from Kuwait to Europe, utilizing the pathway through Iraq.
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Abdullah Al-Ajmi, acting president of the authority, remarked that the “Iraq route” will bolster Kuwait’s reputation as a regional leader in secure digital communications and will contribute to the enhancement of the nation’s infrastructure and economic development. He also noted that local telecommunications companies have already begun utilizing the new land route to offer improved service to their customers. The implementation of this route was executed in partnership with the Iraqi Informatics and Telecommunication Public Company (ITPC), he added.
