Axiata Group Berhad and its subsidiary Smart Axiata, said they remain committed with Cambodia after taking part in the governments first Digital Government Forum organised by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunication.
The event saw Smart showcasing its leadership in digital products through an exhibition that highlighted the wealth of its offerings for SMEs, individual and home customers, as well as its advancements in cybersecurity technologies. These products it said are crucial at the early stages of Cambodia’s digital adoption journey, marking the beginning of the country’s digital transformation efforts.
For over two decades, Axiata has influenced Cambodia’s telecom landscape, making strides in mobile technology and infrastructure, evidenced by investments exceeding USD2.5 billion. The Group’s ventures have encompassed pivotal technology introductions and services via Smart, the leading telecom company in Cambodia. Recently Smart has introduced flexible tariff plans, the robust Fiber+ service for secure and stable internet connection at homes and offices, and the comprehensive “Smart for Business” suite designed specifically for SMEs. Additionally, the company has achieved significant milestones by introducing the Next Generation Signaling Firewall (NGSF) and Intrusion Detection System (IDS) in partnership with a global security partner, SecurityGen. This collaboration underscores Axiata’s commitment to safeguarding its network infrastructure and protecting Cambodian customer data.
CEO of Smart Axiata, Ziad Shatara said, “At Smart, we understand our role in advancing Cambodia’s economy with significant technological innovations. Our commitment lies in enriching the nation’s digital landscape, together with our parent company’s support and in compliance with regulatory standards. This approach not only serves our customers’ growing needs but also drives the digital transformation forward aiming for a future of digital inclusivity and economic growth.”
Group CEO & Managing Director of Axiata Group, Vivek Sood stated, “Axiata continues to leverage upon our collective wealth of experience across Asia to spearhead innovation and digitalisation within the digital telecommunications sector via our operating companies, Smart Axiata and Edotco in Cambodia.
