Mubasher: Zain has signed a strategic partnership with Samsung and Al Babtain Turnkey Solutions to employ Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to boost Kuwait’s digital transformation, according to a recent statement.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims at facilitating the development of smart education, smart health, smart security, and smart mobility solutions in line with Kuwait National Development Plan's smart government goals.

Zain, the leading digital service provider in Kuwait, has signed this partnership agreement during the Gitex Technology Week 2018, in which Zain is showcasing its B2B and Smart City offerings.

“Under the terms of the MoU, Samsung, as a global leader in innovation, will support Zain Kuwait in driving transformative and beneficial IoT innovation to create exciting opportunities for consumers and enterprises alike,” the statement added.

Chung Lyong Lee, president of Samsung Gulf Electronics, said, “We have embarked on a digital journey with Zain Kuwait to transform its IoT initiatives - in line with its strategic roadmap to facilitate Kuwait Vision 2035.”