Tele-Communications Minister, Italian Ambassador review ways to activate the sector
During the meeting, Minister Hajj briefed the Italian Ambassador on the Ministry's strategy in the telecommunications sector, outlining his future plans for implementing Law 431 and activating the sector.
Discussions also touched on opportunities for exchanging expertise in this vital sector.
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