Serbia in the race to buy RH

In “Telekom Srbija” for the Serbian daily “Blic” have confirmed that they are interested in buying “Teleque Albania”, which is owned by “Deutsche Telekom”.

This interest is evidence of the goals of Telekom Srbija to be positioned as regional leaders in the telecommunications field. We've made an offer and our offer and other competitors are currently being considered, and besides that we can't provide any more “Telekom Srbija”, Timenet broadcasts.

According to media writings in Albania, there are two Bulgarian companies in competition with Serbian operator “Vivatkom”, owned by Spas Rusev and “Globul Telekom”, another Bulgarian operator.

“Cozmote”, part of the OTE group in Greece, which owns 99.76% of the shares of Albania's second largest mobile phone operator, Telekom Albania, has confirmed that they are in the process of evaluating and discussing some sides for the sale of Telekom Albania, but there is still no result.

“Based on strategic priorities and business goals, the OTE group consistently re-evaluates its assets, including those we have in Albania, and assesss market opportunities in order to create value for its shareholders, ensure stability and advance the interests of the Group and its people. The process of assessment and meaningful discussions with several sides are continuing. Just as it is in our usual practice, we will inform the authorities and the public in case and if we will have anything essential to announce “, he said in a special proposal, following “Monitor”, Costas Canakaris, senior media relations manager and communication at HINA Group.

Earlier, officially contacted by “Monitor”, Telekom Albania made no comment. “We have no comment. This is an issue belonging to shareholders”.