5G Spectrum Public Policy Paper

5G, was launched commercially in 2018 and it is the current mobile technology. 5G is expected to continue developing into the 2030s. It is defined in a set of standardised specifications that are agreed on by international bodies, namely 3GPP and the ITU.

The GSMA’s 5G spectrum positions highlight the areas where governments, regulators, and the mobile industry need to cooperate to expand 5G and 5G-Advanced success. 5G helps realise the vision of smart cities, enables high-capacity enhanced mobile broadband, and powers the full potential of enterprise digitalisation. Ensuring 5G capacity delivers connectivity in all the areas where we live, learn, work and play will enable secure public networks, and provide economic growth for society.

New functionality will continue to develop through 5G-Advanced and 5G will remain a platform for innovation that will drive mobile into the 2030s. However, the speed, reach and quality of 5G services continues to depend on governments and regulators supporting sufficient, affordable spectrum access.

To learn more, you can find the GSMA’s other policy papers on spectrum here.