Telekom Malaysia launches POP in Laos
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Telekom Malaysia has arranged to establish a new point of presence in Laos in collaboration with the Lao National Internet Centre (LANIC).
Under the agreement, LANIC will host and provide infrastructure for the POP via its international data center in Vientiane.
Telekom Malaysia will use the POP to provide alternative connectivity options to its customers and afdress growing demand for international internet bandwidth in Laos.
LANIC is an affiliate of the Laos Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications. The new POP will enable services including IPVPN, IP transit and global Ethernet services.
“This alliance with LANIC will further strengthen our regional footprint in Southeast Asia, Telekom Malaysia VP for product marketing and operations Mohamed Asri Jaafar said.
“Through the new POP, TM will be able to offer a vast range of services at a competitive price, going in and out from Laos through diversified routes via submarine and terrestrial cables, connecting to our existing on-net network presence.”
Telekom Malaysia now has 22 POPs worldwide, spanning Asia, Australia, North America, Europe and the Middle East.
Questions & Answers
Q.What kind of services will Telekom Malaysia be able to offer through this new Point of Presence in Laos?
What kind of services will Telekom Malaysia be able to offer through this new Point of Presence in Laos?
The new POP will enable Telekom Malaysia to offer services including IPVPN, IP transit, and global Ethernet services. This expansion aims to provide alternative connectivity options for their customers in the region.
Q.Which organisation is hosting and providing the necessary infrastructure for Telekom Malaysia's new Point of Presence in Laos?
Which organisation is hosting and providing the necessary infrastructure for Telekom Malaysia's new Point of Presence in Laos?
The Lao National Internet Centre (LANIC) is hosting and providing the infrastructure for the POP. They are doing this via their international data centre located in Vientiane, under an agreement with Telekom Malaysia.
Q.What is the primary reason for Telekom Malaysia establishing this new Point of Presence in Laos?
What is the primary reason for Telekom Malaysia establishing this new Point of Presence in Laos?
Telekom Malaysia is establishing the new POP to provide alternative connectivity options to its customers. It also aims to address the growing demand for international internet bandwidth within Laos, strengthening its regional footprint.
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