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ASIA PACIFIC
NEWSLETTER APR 2023 |
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There will be around 100 hours of thought leadership content during MWC Shanghai, in the form of keynotes and conference talks exploring these three important topics: 5G Transformation, Digital Everything and Reality+. Over 200 exhibitors from across the connectivity ecosystem will showcase their latest innovations, from mobile operators to industry verticals, such as fintech and smart energy. While our 5G Innovation Zone gives you the opportunity to be the first to see the disruptors of the future. | | |
Regional Communities Updates | | |
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On-demand watch: Sustainable Digital Transformation & ESG |
Pioneering MNOs, ecosystem players and industry leaders shared their insights and experiences related to driving sustainable digital transformation whilst embracing ESG initiatives. |
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On-demand watch: 5G IoT will redefine Logistics and Transportation |
Industry experts including 5GAA, AIS, Counterpoint Research, Huawei, M1, NECTEC Thailand, PSA Singapore and Sateliot overview 5G IoT development, pioneer innovative 5G examples and how it redefines Logistics and Transportation. |
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Launch of Diversity4Tech APAC Blog |
Since we announced the Call for Write-Ups for the APAC blog, we received articles from women leaders who share their experiences and contributions in the field of digital technology. |
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Interview with Dr. Vaghela Chairperson of TRAI |
Dr. P.D. Vaghela said MWC Barcelona is a great place to visit every year because he can see all the new technology and meet all the regulators, policymakers and business leaders. |
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GSMA highlights set-aside of spectrum for verticals carries significant economic costs |
GSMA has made a submission to Department of Telecommunication, India to not to reserve any IMT spectrum for verticals as it will limit the capabilities for future expansion of IMT/mobile services and carries significant economic cost. |
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APT seminar at CPM23-2 meeting |
GSMA, in partnership with GSA, hosted delegations from the Asia Pacific Telecommunity (APT) on the sidelines of the recent Conference Preparatory Meeting for WRC-23 in Geneva. The upcoming WRC-23 in Dubai will provide the perfect opportunity for APAC countries to secure vital spectrum resources for the expansion of 5G. |
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TRAI Consultation on Satellite Spectrum |
TRAI has issued a consultation paper on “Assignment of Spectrum for Space-based Communication Services”. The paper discuss various issues such as appropriate frequency bands, band plan, block size, applicable reserve price, the quantum of spectrum to be auctioned. |
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Inauguration of ITU Area Office and Innovation Centre in India |
Prime Minister of India inaugurated the ITU-Area Office & Innovation Centre on 22 March 2023 in New Delhi, India. Hon’ble PM also unveiled the Bharat 6G Vision document and launched the 6G R&D Test Bed. GSMA India Team actively participated in this event. |
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Singapore: GSMA hosts stakeholder dialogue on ESG |
GSMA’s CRO, John Giusti hosted a stakeholder dialogue on “Why measuring and communicating ESG Matters for the Mobile Industry”. During this executive dialogue, C-level representatives from local and global MNOs, vendors and ecosystem stakeholders explored where to prioritise industry focus and efforts to realise operational and equity benefits from ESG adoption. |
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Mobile For Development and Industry News in the region | | |
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Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Annual Report |
The Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Annual Report explores the programme’s impact and activities throughout 2022 and looks at broader themes in digital humanitarian action. |
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IoT for development |
This new report shares 10 high-impact use cases to illustrate the IoT deployment and connectivity landscape in low- and middle-income countries. |
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Further slowdown in digital inclusion for women |
The mobile internet gender gap is substantial; women are 19% less likely than men to use mobile internet across LMICs. |
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GSMA Innovation Fund: Life Stories |
The work of the start-ups that are supported by the GSMA Innovation Fund for Mobile Internet Adoption and Digital Inclusion has impacted over 1.2 million people to date. |
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Scaling Digital Innovation in Emerging Economies |
Interested in learning about different pathways to scale for start-ups in LMICs? Our latest report features lessons learnt and recommendations. |
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Industry 4.0 Brownfield Evolution Framework |
Learn how to embark on the digital manufacturing transformational journey to enable Industry 4.0 and 5G within existing brownfield sites. |
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