China’s Largest Telco to Open Research Facility in Pakistan

ZTE Corporation, China’s largest listed telecommunications equipment manufacturer and wireless solutions provider, is to open a 60,000 square metre facility on the outskirts of Islamabad in Pakistan as part of its growing presence in international markets. ZTE already has more than ten per cent of the fixed line market in Pakistan, while its wireless products are also increasing their penetration. Last December, ZTE built Pakistan’s first NGN (next generation network) while a CDMA WLL (wireless local loop) network for local operator Telecard will eventually be enlarged to cover the whole country.