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du customers enjoy free incoming calls on the three mobile networks in Saudi Arabia during Haj

Reaching out to loved ones is easy for du customers on Haj as du, the UAE's integrated telecom service provider is offering all its mobile postpaid and prepaid subscribers the exclusive convenience of free incoming calls while roaming with any telecom service operator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia between 27 November -20 December 2008.

  • United Arab Emirates: Monday, December 01 - 2008 at 11:58
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Highlighting the key benefit, Farid Faraidooni, EVP Commercial, du, said:

'du customers have the convenience of choosing any of the three telecom networks (STC/Al Jawwal, Zain and Mobily) in Saudi Arabia during their Haj pilgrimage. Our offer for the Haj Pilgrims stands out as customers need not bother to choose any network while roaming in Saudi Arabia during this Holy period. Moreover, there is no registration or subscription involved and customers need not restrict themselves to a particular network or time of the day to enjoy the benefit.'



Farid also said: 'Haj pilgrimage is a special moment in the life of all Muslims and the free incoming call facility is a small gesture from us that will enable our customers to stay in touch with their loved ones during this important journey of a lifetime.'

All du mobile customers (Monthly Plan, Pay as you Go and Visitor Mobile Line subscribers) whether individual or consumer will benefit from this promotion by default while roaming with any service operator in Saudi Arabia from 27 November to 20 December 2008.

Roaming du subscribers will also be able to access their Voice Mail service by calling +971 55 5678161 or du Customer Care by calling +971 55 5678155.

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About du:

du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services on 11 February 2007 across the UAE in addition to internet and pay TV services in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, the first of du's nationwide Fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007.

Among du's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind 'WoW' recharge card (which offers customers the choice between more credit and more time) and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du's retail network, currently numbering 24 du shops located in strategic locations across all emirates, was launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du services to customers.

du is 40% owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20% by Mubadala Development Company, 20% by Emirates Communications & Technology Company LLC and 20% by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

du was recognised as the 'Best Brand' for its innovative branding and outstanding success at the Telecom World Awards Middle East 2007.

For further information, please call:

Luma Jasim
Senior Director, PR & Media Relations
Corporate Communications
du
Tel: +971 4 362 2134

Saugat Chatterjee
Associate Account Manager
JiWin Public Relations
Dir: +971 4 361 3871
Fax: +971 4 368 8001
Siba Sami Ammari Posted by Siba Sami Ammari
Monday, December 01 - 2008 at 11:58 UAE local time (GMT+4)

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