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VimpelCom Lao Ltd, operating under the “Beeline” brand, is a mobile network provider in Laos, a Southeast Asian nation situated within the Asia & Middle East region from a telecommunications industry perspective. As identified by its Mobile Country Code (MCC) of 457 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) of 08, Beeline has been a key player in Laos' evolving mobile landscape. It aimed to provide competition in a market that also includes other operators such as Lao Telecom and ETL Mobile, with each striving to meet the growing demands of the Laotian population for mobile connectivity. Beeline, even when operational, focused on offering a range of services, from basic voice and SMS functionalities to data services, albeit within the technological constraints and market dynamics of Laos.

Beeline in Laos, during its period of operation, sought to expand mobile penetration and provide services to both urban and rural areas. Its network rollout and service offerings were shaped by factors such as the geographical challenges of Laos, the regulatory environment, and the socio-economic profile of its target customer base. While details about Beeline's specific market share and network infrastructure can vary across sources, the company, whilst active, contributed to the overall growth and development of the telecommunications sector in Laos. As Laos continues to integrate further into the global digital economy, the historical context of Beeline's presence offers insights into the evolution of mobile communications within the country.

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Beeline (VimpelCom Lao Ltd)

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