Appointment of auditor

22 February 2022

ORIENT TELECOMS plc

(the "Company")

Appointment of auditor

ORIENT TELECOMS PLC (LSE: "ORIENT" or the "Company), an information technology company that offers managed services in network telecommunication including solutions for internet of things (IOT), cyber security, big data solutions as well as full spectrum of other managed services, announces that the appointment of Shipleys LLP as the Company's statutory auditor with effect from today's date.

Crowe UK LLP, the incumbent auditor, has confirmed to the Company that there are no circumstances connected with its resignation as auditor that should be brought to the attention of the members or creditors of the Company.

The Boards wish to thank Crow UK LLP for their many years of services and good commitment to the Company.

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