Global operator strategies - 25/03/07

China GDP growth is expected to slightly slow to 7-8% between 2011 and 2015, from 9-10% in the 07-10 period.

Versatel Germany plans for an IPO durinf 1H07.

Orascom always hope a deal with Telecom Italia on Brazil Telecom purchase.

Lebanon will have a new independent telecom regulator, Telecoms Regulatory Authority (TRA), taking over the regulation-related duties from the Ministry of Telecommunications.

Telecom New Zealand has received the green light for taking over Australian' s PowerTel operator for $357m.