The move is said to support growing demand for internet traffic across the Middle East.
Zain first joined DE-CIX in March 2013, and also uses the internet exchanges to connect to additional networks.
“The massive data growth projections for the Middle East have prompted a rethink of the industry’s business model, with Zain focussed on ensuring Internet traffic is transported and managed across a reliable, diverse and secure network,” said Henri Kassab, MD of international wholesale and roaming at Zain Group.
“That is why DE-CIX and UAE-IX are key elements to our strategy in providing greater value and a better internet experience to our partners and the whole value chain.”
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