Etisalat is among the world’s fastest growing telecommunications groups, with over 167 million customers. With operations in 17 markets across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, the Group is valued at over AED 80 billion (US$ 20 billion) and is the largest operator in the Middle East. In addition to providing traditional fixed-line and mobile voice and broadband services, Etisalat provides innovative ICT services to promote social and economic community development. Etisalat has been a pioneer in the introduction of Internet services in the region and 3G services in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Nigeria, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Etisalat is also a founder of satellite telecommunications company Thuraya, and has invested widely in submarine and terrestrial fibre cable connectivity, bringing high-speed broadband to the Gulf and Africa. Etisalat’s innovative services have received regional and international accolades, including three 2012 Global Mobile Awards in the “Best Mobile Health Innovation”, “mWomen Best Mobile Product” and “Best Mobile Money Innovation