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Albania is establishing a strategic subsea fiber optic link to Egypt, positioning itself as a regional digital hub with an investment of over 100 million euros.
Subsea Cable Project
Albania, in partnership with the Hungarian IT company 4iG Group and state-owned Telecom Egypt, is constructing a subsea fiber optic cable connecting Egypt to Albania. The project, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding with the Albanian government, aims to diversify internet data routes between the East and West, offering a shorter and alternative path to major European destinations . The investment is estimated at 100–115 million euros, and the cable will enhance Albania's role as a strategic gateway for intercontinental data traffic .
Strategic and Economic Benefits
The subsea cable will create a major data center in Durres, generating hundreds of jobs and boosting Albania's digital infrastructure . It will also provide access to multiple subsea cables via the Red Sea, connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa, and adding diversity to conventional Mediterranean routes linking Egypt with Italy and France . Albanian officials highlight that the project aligns with the country's EU integration strategy, supporting digitization and positioning Albania as a regional hub for digital connectivity .
One Albania Network Expansion
In parallel, One Albania, controlled by 4iG, plans to expand its optical fiber network to reach 450,000 urban households by 2026, up from 245,000 currently . The company is upgrading from copper to Gigabit Passive Optical Network (GPON) technology, enabling high-speed internet, voice, and video services for residential and business users . This expansion strengthens Albania's fixed-line infrastructure and supports government and private sector connectivity needs.
Long-Term Implications
The project is expected to enhance Albania's digital transformation, attract international operators, and establish the country as a key interconnection node for Africa, the Middle East, and Asia . It also lays the groundwork for future advancements in telecommunications, including potential 5G deployment, and reinforces Albania's strategic position in regional and global data transmission .
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