Islamabad, Pakistan – October 13, 2008 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced that it has signed a multi-year WiMAX contract with wi-tribe Pakistan limited, the all-new wireless broadband Internet provider to enter the country.

Motorola will supply infrastructure and a comprehensive services package that will enable cost-effective, compelling wireless broadband services for wi-tribe's customers.

wi-tribe Pakistan limited is a joint venture between Qatar Telecom (Qtel) and Saudi Arabia's A.A. Turki Group of Companies (ATCO). wi-tribe aims to deliver instant wireless broadband connectivity from North Africa across the Middle East and up to Asia (AMESA region).

"WiMAX is changing the way people are connecting and is opening doors to a new world of opportunities," said Mohammad Sadiq, CEO of wi-tribe Pakistan limited. "We will be offering high-speed Internet that is simple, affordable, and a portable alternative to fixed broadband. The Motorola WiMAX solution frees customers from the fixed line services."

Ali Amer, vice president sales, Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, Motorola Home & Networks Mobility, said:  "WiMAX will become a driving force in Pakistan. This is why Motorola stands at the forefront of such an important industry standard that enables progressive service providers such as wi-tribe to launch high-speed, rich, yet affordable communications services."

Motorola will begin deploying wi-tribe's WiMAX network this month in the 3.5GHz spectrum. Commercial launch is expected during 2009. Motorola will supply award-winning equipment from its WiMAX portfolio including the WAP 400 WiMAX access point, which features diversity MIMO antenna capabilities to enable strong indoor penetration.

For more information about Motorola WiMAX solutions, please visit: http://www.motorola.com/wimax

About wi-tribe

wi-tribe - is the easiest and funkiest online community to join and connect with the world. Across The Qtel Group's footprint that stretches from North Africa to the South Pacific, wi-tribe can deliver cost-effective internet access to emerging markets: becoming a driver of growth in connectivity. Plug in and Go - wi-tribe offers unrivalled simplicity of operation and a passion for customer service. Ground-breaking WiMAX technology allows instant connection to the Internet through satellite technology. International Presence - wi-tribe has its corporate office in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with Jordan becoming the first wi-tribe enabled market in 2008. For more information about wi-tribe and its services, please visit www.wi-tribe.com.

Corporate partners - wi-tribe was founded by two shareholders. The Qtel Group is one of the fastest growing telecommunications services providers with a presence in 16 markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia and A.A. Turki Group of Companies (ATCO) is one the leading companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. wi-tribe enjoys a comprehensive partnership with Clearwire, one of the world's leading broadband wireless operators in North America and Europe.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com.

Media Contacts:

Hatem Altaie
External Communications, MEA and Pakistan
Motorola
+971 566 033 356
hatemaltaie@motorola.com

Shereen Bushehri
Group Senior Manager, Brand & Corporate Communications
media@wi-tribe.com

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Ali Amer, vice president sales, Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, Motorola Home & Networks Mobility, said:  “WiMAX will become a driving force in Pakistan. This is why Motorola stands at the forefront of such an important industry standard that enables progressive service providers such as wi-tribe to launch high-speed, rich, yet affordable communications services.”

Motorola will begin deploying wi-tribe’s WiMAX network this month in the 3.5GHz spectrum. Commercial launch is expected during 2009. Motorola will supply award-winning equipment from its WiMAX portfolio including the WAP 400 WiMAX access point, which features diversity MIMO antenna capabilities to enable strong indoor penetration.

For more information about Motorola WiMAX solutions, please visit: http://www.motorola.com/wimax

“We promise our customers innovation and fun, and taking this step to design our own CPE to match the standards that they expect, and at a rate which is affordable to everyone, is clear proof of our commitment.” stated wi-tribe Group CEO, Sami Hinedi.

The fully branded CPE, developed under wi-tribe’s brand name, will use the latest WiMAX technologies and would allow wi-tribe to produce personalized CPEs at a lower cost which means addressing a wider segment of the market in the communities they serve.

 “Although standards are still not finalized, WiMAX is emerging as a competitive option to alternatives such as cable for delivery of broadband services.” explained Sami, “To be competitive, the total cost per customer must be comparable to these alternatives. The most critical equipment is the WiMAX customer premises equipment (CPE) and it must reach prices levels which are currently not possible. That is why wi-tribe has come together to examine all aspects of the technology for these CPEs and the role of all players in the supply chain for their production.”

“The wi-tribe CPE will deploy the latest WiMAX technology chipsets and will use an optimized antenna design to provide better service for our customers”, continued Sami.

wi-tribe recently launched its second operation in Pakistan, wi-tribe’s largest market to date, in four major regions simultaneously and plans to further expand to other areas. wi-tribe also has a thriving operation in Jordan and plans to launch in the Philippines in 2010. The newly launched CPEs will be made available preliminarily to customers in Pakistan later this year.

Qatar Telecom (Qtel) Q.S.C. and A.A. Turki Corporation for Trading and Contracting of Saudi Arabia ("ATCO") today announced the completion of their joint venture investment to purchase a 75% stake in Burraq Telecom Limited of Pakistan ("Burraq"), first notified on 25 April 2007.

The Qtel/ATCO investment in Burraq, in which Qtel has 51%, is a part of the joint venture’s strategy to jointly develop and operate broadband wireless access services, including WiMAX and other complementary services, throughout the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

A fresh new face in the telecommunications industry, wi-tribe limited, was launched yesterday. The all-new international wireless broadband provider is a joint venture between Qatar Telecom (Qtel) and Saudi Arabia's A.A. Turki Corporate Trading and Construction (ATCO). wi-tribe aims to deliver instant wireless broadband connectivity from North Africa across the Middle East and up to Asia (AMESA region).

With its regional corporate office in the Kingdom of Bahrain, wi-tribe has the license to launch services in both Jordan and Pakistan creating the opportunity for thousands of individuals and businesses to join the World Wide Web.

wi-tribe was conceived to bring people from all walks of life together and create a new interactive online community that lives and breathes internet. Utilising the latest WiMAX technology, wi-tribe will provide broadband internet access through a portable wireless modem that simply plugs into the customer's computer without the need for a fixed telephone line. WiMAX represents the very latest in hassle-free internet service provider technology taking away the dependency of the traditional telephone line.

Commenting on the launch of wi-tribe, Sheikh Fahd Al Thani, Chairman of wi-tribe and Chief Operating Officer of Qtel, commented on the formal launch: "This is a very proud day for everyone involved with wi-tribe. Historically Qtel is defined by its commitment to its customers and to bringing innovation to telecommunications. Consumer broadband is an important pillar of growth for Qtel to achieve its 20:20 vision of becoming one of the top 20 operators in the world by 2020.

"The main passion of wi-tribe is the care of our customers, who we call wi-tribers. Qtel's customer care strategy is to provide the best service available and tend to their needs. Welcome to wi-tribe: welcome to your tribe."

Dr Sami Hinedi, wi-tribe's Group Chief Executive Officer, said: "wi-tribe is ready to truly revolutionise communications through our core brand values: independence, freedom, individuality, innovation and an obsession with customer satisfaction. Regionally we are currently looking at new opportunities and will announce expansion plans later on."

"wi-tribe is focused to develop a new and exciting way to work, play, exchange and share on-line. With numerous potential subscribers across a culturally dynamic section of the globe, wi-tribe will constantly develop the best solutions in the market to meet the individual needs of the consumer," added Dr. Sami.

"We aim to set a new benchmark in customer care. Amongst the international workforce behind wi-tribe the ethos is to always treat others as they would wish to be treated as consumers, with transparency and a strong sense of ethics," said Dr. Sami. Speaking on behalf of ATCO, Ziad Al Turki said: "wi-tribe benefits from successful online systems and solutions to ensure the highest quality of product is available. ATCO is proud to be responsible for providing this service for wi-tribe customers and the international community who will populate it."

Becoming a wi-triber could not be easier. With centralized customer communications and a distribution network in each market, wi-tribers need to subscribe to the service just as they would for a TV package or club membership. Once the package is chosen, the wi-triber will then experience the ‘plug and play' online community.

Qatar Telecom (Qtel) Q.S.C. and A.A. Turki Corporation for Trading and Contracting of Saudi Arabia (ATCO) today announced the completion of their joint venture investment to purchase a 75% stake in Burraq Telecom Limited of Pakistan (Burraq). Burraq is an established operator licensed to offer a full range of telecommunications services across Pakistan, including long distance international and wireless local loop. The company also has associated spectrum at different frequencies. Burraq has recently completed a limited rollout of its Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) network in all of Pakistan's 14 regions. Burraq generated revenues close to US$ 20 million in the last fiscal year by transacting 240 million minutes through international call termination and prepaid calling card services.

Following the investment of the Qtel/ATCO joint venture and further capital contributions, Burraq plans to invest approximately US$ 80 million in the coming few years to deploy and operate BWA/WiMAX networks within Pakistan.

The Qtel/ATCO investment in Burraq is a part of the joint venture's strategy to jointly develop and operate BWA services, including WiMAX and other complementary services, in markets in the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa. Qtel owns a 51% stake in the joint venture.

Dr. Nasser Marafih, Qtel's Chief Executive Officer, commented "Pakistan, with a population base of 160 million people, is an important growth market, and we look forward to working with Burraq Telecom and ATCO."

Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Turki, ATCO's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, added that "Pakistan is a very important market in our region, and we are excited to have acquired a stake in Burraq. We are especially pleased with the management team developed by Burraq." "With this new Qtel/ATCO investment, Burraq will be able to provide broadband wireless access to consumers in our home market," said Mr. Asad Karim, the CEO of Burraq. Mr. Karim continued by saying that "Combining the local know how of our existing management with the international technical and financial assets of our new partners totally changes the scope, speed, and quality of deployment of Burraq services".