ZTEPartners with KPNGroup Belgium to Deploy Packet-Switched Core Network

27 August 2012—ZTECorporation has signed a deal on a packet-switched core network(CN)for KPN Group Belgium(KPNGB).KPNGB will deploy ZTE's packet-switched CN equipment,which supports unified radio access.The contract is the second of its kind between ZTEand KPNfollows from a construction project with KPN Germany(E-Plus)that was completed in September 2010.

ZTE's Uni-Core solution allows seamless evolution from 2G/3G packet core to evolved packet core(EPC)and assists operators support unified 2G,3G and 4G access.ZTEhelps operators build a smart pipe that

supports service differentiation and traffic distribution and enables a flexible policy mechanism.This will help KPNGB deliver differentiated services and enhance its service innovation capability and competitive edge.As of Q1 2012,ZTEhas secured more than 20 EPC commercial contracts,deployed more than 80 trial

networks globally,and has cooperation with mainstream operators.