Date: 1/28/2008 2:36:22 AM

Motorola, Inc. today announced a contract with Wateen TelecomPakistan for the supply of 198,000 enduser WiMAX customer premises equipment (CPE) devices for both indoor and outdoor use.

Complementing Wateen Telecoms nationwide WiMAX network which is built using Motorolas awardwinning 802.16e WiMAX and IMS solutions, the CPE units will provide subscribers in Pakistan with unprecedented wireless access to agile and affordable data and Voice over IP (VoIP) services in one of the worlds most rapidlygrowing telecoms markets. The CPEs will provide consumers, small businesses and Pakistans largest enterprises access to wireless services, from basic telephony and fast internet access to highend data services such as virtual private networks (VPN) for banks and other organizations.

"The availability of our WiMAX network is a major milestone for Wateen Telecom and for the telecommunications potential of developing economies. Our network puts Wateen at the global forefront of the WiMAX telecoms industry. Motorolas capabilities to effectively deliver WiMAX 802.16e solutions and CPEs ahead of the industry and our early adoption of this technology has given us the opportunity to be the first to offer WiMAX 802.16ebased broadband voice and data services in Pakistan," said Tariq Malik, chief executive officer, Wateen Telecom.

With Pakistans impressive growing economy and rising user demand for data access, Wateen TelecomPakistan anticipates a rapid demand for residential connections for its Motorolabased WiMAX broadband services during its first year of operation.

"Wateen Telecoms nationwide WiMAX network is set to bring in a new era of connectivity and access for Pakistan. This initial CPE order, which enables subscriber access to the network for services from basic wireless telephony through to secure data connectivity for the countrys largest corporations, is part of the expansive WiMAX ecosystem further demonstrating to other markets the reality and viability of WiMAX and Motorolas ability to deliver" said Ali Amer, vice president sales, Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, Motorola Home & Networks Mobility.

In addition to one of the most comprehensive deployments of Motorolas WiMAX/IMS core solution in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan region, Wateen also benefits from Motorolas managed services expertise to focus critical resources on empowering efficiencies and keeping ahead of rapidly advancing technologies. With the network now operational, Motorolas wi4 family of featurerich awardwinning CPE devices for WiMAX networks will enable consumers and businesses in Pakistan to plug in a device and receive an instant and reliable network connection.

About Wateen

Wateen Telecom is the Abu Dhabi Groups latest communication investment in Pakistan, after the successful launch of Warid Telecom which provides mobile GSM services to over 10 million customers in 145 cities across Pakistan. Wateen Telecom is set up to become the leading "Carriers Carrier" providing services based on quality, reliability and affordability in the communication and media sector. Wateen is committed to bringing next generation services to your doorstep...today. For more information about the company, please visit www.wateen.com.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital settops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com.
 

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