(Telecompaper) Bharti Airtel and Telecom Egypt have announced a strategic partnership under which Airtel will get IRUs (Indefeasible Right of Use) on the Middle East North Africa Submarine Cable (MENA Cable) and TE North Cable Systems. In addition, Airtel will take large capacities on a long-term basis on two new cable systems, SMW5 & AAE1. The transactions should be concluded after the fulfillment of all conditions precedent.