### 📈 Dialog Axiata Partners with Ericsson for National 5G Expansion

Dialog Axiata PLC has signed an agreement with Ericsson to deploy its 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) across Sri Lanka, a move set to accelerate the country's digital transformation and ICT/BPM capabilities. • Key Infrastructure Details • Deployment focuses on the 3.5 GHz band using Massive MIMO antenna-integrated radio (AIR 3219). • Introduction of Ericsson’s Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution (CNIS) to support cloudification and real-time AI-powered automation. • Includes network optimization and rollout services to enhance capacity for both consumer and enterprise use cases. • Market Leadership & Reach • Dialog currently operates Sri Lanka’s largest 5G network with over 1.5 million subscribers. • As the only provider with 3.5 GHz spectrum, the expansion targets nationwide coverage and ultra-high capacity. • Economic Impact • The partnership aims to strengthen national digital infrastructure, fostering innovation and supporting new enterprise offerings. • This investment underscores a decade-long partnership aimed at improving connectivity and enabling high-speed data access for millions of Sri Lankans.