RIYADH, 26 February 2004 — Awal Net in cooperation with Samba banking group opened the first electronic Internet shop which will primarily serve Arab consumers in addition to other Internet users by providing pre-paid Awal Net cards and DSL renewal services, reported Eqtisadiah. Payments will be conducted via insurance cards or directly through Samba accounts. Awal Net provides the content and products while Samba provides accessibility.