Accra:Telecommunications Minister Charles Haj has informed President Joseph Aoun about the country's ambitious plans to implement a nationwide fiber-optic network. This project aims to connect 700,000 households within the next three years.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the rollout has already begun in nine areas and is expected to expand to 16 more by the end of 2026. The goal is to cover all major cities, with 2027 being designated as the year of fiber-optic connectivity in Lebanon.

In terms of mobile telecommunications, Haj mentioned that efforts to alleviate network congestion and deploy 5G access points will occur this year. The 5G network is projected to reach major cities by 2027.

The discussion also included the future of Ogero and Liban Telecom, focusing on protecting employees' rights and benefits. President Aoun showed support for the ministry's development plan for telecommunications.