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Transforming how the world connects, with Starlink 🌐 VEON is the first operator group globally to launch Starlink Mobile across three markets: Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Bangladesh. Through Starlink’s direct-to-device technology, 11 million unique VEON customers have stayed connected where cell signal can’t reach – using satellite-ready apps, sharing their location, and sending messages via apps and SMS on their existing LTE-compatible phones. The impact goes well beyond staying in touch. We work with leading U.S. technology companies, like Starlink, to extend the American tech ecosystem, digital access, and resilient infrastructure to our high-growth markets – and ultimately, change customers’ lives in every corner of our footprint. Read more about how we’re maximizing the service’s potential for millions at https://lnkd.in/e9qrw38w

We’ve reached 11 million VEON customers using Starlink direct-to-device technology 🛰️ Since 2025, we’ve been introducing Starlink’s satellite technology across our markets — from Kyiv to the steppes of Kazakhstan, and most recently to the Bay of Bengal. But for us, expansion across our markets isn’t just a tick box – as Starlink’s largest global partner, we’re helping communities stay connected in areas where expanding terrestrial infrastructure can be challenging, and creating new opportunities for people to connect, communicate and participate in the digital economy. We believe connectivity is a basic human need, not a privilege. From Ukraine to Central and South Asia, the direct-to-device service has the potential to reach 40+ million people across our footprint – and by combining our networks, customer relationships and market expertise with Starlink’s technology, we’re creating a future where geography is less of a barrier to staying connected 🤝 Read more at https://lnkd.in/e9qrw38w

Turning confidence into action 🇧🇩 At our recent “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!” Symposium in New York, we brought global investors, development finance institutions and Bangladeshi government officials together to discuss how we can continue to unlock the country’s digital potential. The event came at a pivotal moment, as Bangladesh accelerates its transformation across connectivity, financial services and AI. From enabling satellite-to-mobile connectivity through Starlink Direct-to-Cell, to advancing digital banking and launching new payment services, VEON and banglalink are helping build the infrastructure and services that can support Bangladesh’s next phase of growth. Now, we’re bringing international capital and local ambition together to turn that potential into investment, opportunity and a better life for all. Thank you to everyone who joined us in New York!

The “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!” Symposium brought together government representatives and global investors to explore Bangladesh’s growing potential for long-term investment. Kamal Quadir, CEO of bKash Limited, reflects on how the Symposium is an important platform to unlock opportunities around the country’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

180 million people. A young, digitally-savvy population. A fast-growing economy. Bangladesh isn't just a market, it's an opportunity waiting to be seized. At the inaugural “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!” symposium in New York, Tanvir Ghani, Investment Advisor to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh shares why he believes the opportunities for investors in Bangladesh are virtually limitless and how digital innovation is helping unlock the country's future potential.

For over 20 years, VEON and Banglalink have been investing in Bangladesh's future. Hear from Banglalink CEO Johan Buse as he reflects on the role banglalink plays in driving digital inclusion and innovation, and what it means to welcome global investors to Bangladesh through the inaugural "Invest in Bangladesh NOW!" Investor Symposium.