Nabil Baccouche, Group Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer at e&, has been elected Vice Chair of the GLF Board. In this role, he will work closely with Enrico Bagnasco, CEO of Sparkle and Chair of the GLF Board (elected in June 2025), and fellow Board Members to deliver the collaborative work and strategic vision of the GLF’s members, who include many of the world’s largest international ICT service providers.

Joining him on the Board are two further appointments: Obaid Rahman, who returns to the GLF Board representing TNS Global in his new role as CEO, and Andres Proaño, Chief Revenue Officer of BTS, who has been elected to the Board for the first time. Both bring valuable expertise and perspectives from across the international telecoms and digital infrastructure community, further strengthening the GLF’s ability to advance its mission of global cooperation and industry innovation.

Upon his election, Nabil Baccouche said:

“I am honored to be elected Vice Chair of the GLF Board at such an important moment for our industry. The GLF is a unique platform where global leaders come together to strengthen partnerships, share insights, and shape the future of connectivity. I look forward to collaborating with my fellow Board Members to drive transformation, foster innovation, and ensure our community continues to keep the world connected in a new era shaped by AI.”

Enrico Bagnasco, Chair of the GLF Board and CEO of Sparkle, added:

“It is my great pleasure to congratulate Nabil on his election as Vice Chair, and to welcome Obaid and Andres to the GLF Board. Each of them brings invaluable experience, leadership, and commitment to our shared mission. Together, I am confident this strengthened Board will continue to guide the GLF in delivering meaningful impact for our industry.”

About e&

e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group's financial performance in 2024 showing a consolidated net revenue of AED 59.2 billion and a net profit of AED 10.8 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet.

Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms.

The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation.

Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities.

To learn more about e&, visit eand.com.

About Global Leaders’ Forum (GLF):

The GLF is a membership organisation that provides a single voice to the broader digital ecosystem, ensuring alignment amongst international connectivity leaders for industry transformation. The GLF’s mission is to provide leadership to the industry that is #KeepingTheWorldConnected based on the principles of interoperability, innovation, trust and people.

To learn more about the GLF, visit glfcommunity.com.