Riyadh, March 1, 2022, SPA -- Governor of the Communications and Information Technology Commission, Dr. Mohammed Bin Saud Al-Tamimi, affirmed that the telecommunication sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is witnessing great stages of development and growth across various sectors with unlimited support from the government, as the sector has been receiving attention by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. During his visit to STC Group’s pavilion participating at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2022 in Barcelona, he praised the efforts made by the group in provisioning the ICT sector, as well as the recent initiatives announced by STC in establishing a major digital center for the Middle East and North Africa, which enhances the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the ICT sector. He was briefed on the services provided by STC at the international exhibition, and met with a number of the group's board of directors and senior executives, among the Saudi delegates participating at this significant telecommunication and digital venue. STC Group kicked off its participation at the pavilion at MWC22 in Barcelona, in the presence of the Group CEO, Eng. Olayan bin Mohammed Al-Wetaid, while showcasing its investments in strengthening the 5G network to develop the level of experience for individuals and the business sector. STC constantly raises its efficiency and improves the quality of life, as well as develops technologies, most notably cooperation with Robots, connecting ports to the 5G network, applying virtual stadiums, in addition to its efforts in sustainability and STC TV, and finally through signing many agreements with major international companies, majorly Huawei, Nokia, Ericsson and Intel. --SPA 17:14 LOCAL TIME 14:14 GMT 0025 www.spa.gov.sa/w1699262