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VEON's subsidiary Kyivstar has acquired new spectrum in Ukraine, investing UAH 1.43 billion (approximately USD 34 million). The acquisition includes 2x5 MHz in the 2100 MHz band and 40 MHz in the 2300 MHz band, increasing Kyivstar's total spectrum holding from 152 MHz to 202 MHz. This maintains its leading position among private operators in Ukraine. The investment is part of VEON's USD 1 billion commitment through 2027. Kyivstar currently serves over 23 million mobile subscribers, 1 million home internet subscribers, and provides digital healthcare services through Helsi to more than 28 million registered patients and 1,600 healthcare institutions.

VEON's subsidiary Beeline Uzbekistan has partnered with GSMA and Uzbekistan's Ministry of Digital Technologies to host M360 Eurasia 2025 in Tashkent on May 20-21, 2025. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed during M360 MENA 2024 in Doha, Qatar. M360 is GSMA's global event series that unifies regional mobile ecosystems to foster innovation and positive business environments. The event in Tashkent aims to support Uzbekistan's digitalization agenda and contribute to regional economic growth through mobile industry development.

VEON (Nasdaq: VEON, Euronext Amsterdam: VEON) has received a commercial license for its branch office in Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC). This development aligns with VEON's previously announced plans to relocate its headquarters from Amsterdam to DIFC. Upon completion of the transition, VEON will become the largest Nasdaq-listed company headquartered in Dubai. The company operates as a global digital operator serving nearly 160 million connectivity customers and over 100 million monthly active digital service users across Pakistan, Ukraine, Bangladesh, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan.

VEON reported strong Q3 2024 results with total revenue reaching USD 1,038 million, up 9.8% YoY (14.1% in local currency). Direct digital revenue grew 35.1% YoY to USD 121 million, while telecom revenue reached USD 916 million. EBITDA was USD 438 million, showing a slight decrease of 1.5% YoY in reported currency. The company maintains strong liquidity with USD 1,019 million in total cash and cash equivalents. Despite challenges in Bangladesh and asset sales in Kazakhstan, VEON expects full-year revenue growth of 8-10% YoY and EBITDA growth of 4-6% YoY in USD terms.

VEON (Nasdaq: VEON, Euronext Amsterdam: VEON) has announced the re-appointment of UHY LLP as their independent registered public accounting firm for the Group's 2024 PCAOB Audit. UHY LLP is part of UHY International, a global network established in 1986 and ranked 19th among international audit networks. UHY International operates in over 330 business centers across 96 countries, serving various organizations including public corporations, private businesses, and non-profit entities.

VEON announces the launch of RYZE, an AI-powered digital lifestyle app by its Bangladesh operator Banglalink. The app targets Bangladesh's young population, where over 48% of 175 million people are under 25. RYZE offers AI-driven personalization, skill development resources, entertainment packages, and loyalty rewards, available to all mobile users across networks.

This launch adds to VEON's portfolio of digital-first lifestyle apps, including ROX in Pakistan, IZI in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, and OQ in Uzbekistan. VEON's digital services currently represent more than 10% of the Group's total revenues in H1 2024, serving 160 million connectivity customers and 110 million monthly active users across various digital products.

VEON's leadership team, including Chairman Augie Fabela and CEO Kaan Terzioglu, met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the country's digital advancement. The delegation highlighted VEON's investments in Pakistan's digital infrastructure through Jazz and Mobilink Bank, serving over 70 million mobile users and 63 million monthly active users across digital services like JazzCash, Tamasha, and Simosa. The team also met with various government officials including the Finance Minister and IT Minister. Pakistan, with 244 million people and 64% under 30, represents a significant digital growth opportunity. VEON plans to host its upcoming Board meeting and annual Board Strategy meeting in Pakistan, its largest market.

VEON's enterprise solutions business Garaj, part of Pakistan's Jazz operator, has signed an agreement with Standard Chartered Bank to establish a regional availability zone. Garaj will provide disaster recovery data center services through its advanced Tier 3 Data Center, which complies with Global TIA-942 standards. The partnership includes 24/7 operational support, dedicated Network Operations Center, and certified engineer helpdesk services. Garaj currently serves over 400 enterprise customers, including 98 of the top 100 Pakistan Stock Exchange listed companies, offering cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and managed services through two cloud availability zones.

VEON's subsidiary Jazz has partnered with NUST and NITB to develop Pakistan's first indigenous Large Language Model (LLM) focusing on Urdu, Pashto, and Punjabi languages. The five-year collaboration aims to bridge the digital divide by creating AI tools in under-resourced regional languages. This initiative follows VEON's similar efforts in Kazakhstan, where its subsidiary Beeline collaborated with GSMA and Barcelona Supercomputing Center for Kazakh language AI development. The project aims to enhance digital inclusivity and innovation across critical sectors including healthcare, education, and agriculture.