Translation March 5, 2001 Subject : Clarification to the News in relation to Investment in DPC by ADVANC To : President Stock Exchange of Thailand Reference is made to the news in the press that Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited (ADVANC) has a plan to take over Digital Phone] Company Limited (DPC) through a purchase of 49% interest from Telekom Malaysia International Sdn. Bhd.. ADVANC would like to clarify that the Company is undergoing solely the initial stage of negotiation and there is still no solid progress in the said takeover. The Company will make further notification to the SET when such deal has material development later on. Sincerely yours, -Signed- Mrs. Siripen Sitasuwan Director Advanced Info Service Plc.