KUWAIT: Ooredoo Telecom, the first to launch innovated digital services in Kuwait, won three prestigious awards from the Arab Media Forum, the eighth edition in the "Best Public Relations Personality of the Year", "Advertising Creativity Award for Best National Day TVC", and a "Special Prize for Advertisements from Arab countries" categories.

The forum took place on Sunday, December 13, 2020, and happened online in light of keeping people safe and complying to Kuwait's laws. It was conducted by the General Secretary of the Arab Media Forum Madhi Al-Khamees, and attended by a number of distinguished media personalities, and celebrities from Kuwait and the region. The jury which comprised of leading industry experts assessed participations to select the winners in accordance with best creative work with value. The annual event aims to celebrate creative talents, and distinguish business achievements, both on a corporate and individuals level.

The award "Best Public Relations Personality of the year" was given to Mijbil Al-Ayoub, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Ooredoo Kuwait. Ayoub, said on the occasion: "Year after year, the competition heats up, corporates have become more open to new and fresh ideas, and individuals are mastering innovation. It is a great honor for our company to receive these prestigious awards among such a huge number of talents, who turn every innovative idea into core value."

"I am delighted that the Arab Media Forum has recognized our positive impact in the telecom sector, country and its people. This accolade would not have been possible without the efforts and countless hours of hard work of Ooredoo's creative team, and I dedicate these awards to them. I promise to continue evolving for the future, raising the bar in the benchmark, and better connect with our customers," he added.

The Arab Media Forum awards ceremony is considered as one of the renowned events that take place in the region, which brings together representatives from the different industries in one place to celebrate their tremendous revolutionary efforts in innovation and creativity.