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Telenor and Axiata in advanced discussions to merge Malaysian operations

08/04/2021

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The parties aim to create a leading telecommunication service provider in Malaysia with the capabilities to drive research and innovation and facilitate a platform for accelerated digital growth in the local ecosystem. A progressive digital economy is important to Malaysia's future economic resilience and competitiveness, and the merged company will be well positioned for delivering industry innovation, high-quality connectivity and a diversified value proposition to the customers.

The proposed merger represents an important milestone in Telenor Group's strategy to strengthen its Asian presence and create value in the region. The new entity will have size and financial capabilities to support Malaysia's digital aspirations and lead industry development in a connected society. We look forward to partner with Axiata to realize the potential of the new company , says J rgen C. Arentz Rostrup, Executive Vice President and Head of Telenor Asia.

Both parties have agreed to nominate Dato' Izzaddin Idris as Chair, J rgen C. Arentz Rostrup as Deputy Chair, Idham Nawawi as CEO and Albern Murty as deputy CEO of the merged company which will be named Celcom Digi Berhad.

As part of the transaction, Axiata will receive newly issued shares in Digi which represents 33.1% of the merged company. A transaction will realize synergies and provide value for shareholders in line with our strategy of developing value from core telco assets. Celcom Digi will continue to be listed on Bursa Malaysia and will be amongst the top stocks in terms of market capitalisation and contribute to the attractiveness of the local capital market.

Telenor Group and Axiata will work towards finalizing agreements in relation to the proposed transaction within the second quarter of 2021 following due diligence.

The transaction will be subject to approval by Digi Board and Celcom shareholder, receipt of regulatory approvals and other customary terms and conditions. The parties acknowledge that there is no certainty that these discussions will result in any agreement.

Investor Relations contact: ystein Myrvold, Head of Investor Relations, Telenor Group

+47 99 23 04 60 | oystein.myrvold@telenor.com

Press contact: Tormod Sandst , Director Media Relations, Telenor Group

+47 90 94 32 15 | Tormod.Sandsto@telenor.com
LINK: https://www.telenor.com/media/press-release/telenor-and-axiata-in-adva...
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