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BT forms $4bn global joint venture with Verizon to refocus on UK market

BT is combining its international operations with Verizon in a 50:50 joint venture, serving over 3,000 clients in more than 180 countries. Verizon will pay BT a $625m equalisation payment as BT shifts focus to UK telecoms.

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