{"id":9,"date":"2012-12-11T13:03:33","date_gmt":"2012-12-11T13:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/connectivity-for-good_new\/?page_id=9"},"modified":"2026-06-03T11:27:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T10:27:09","slug":"spectrum-for-mobile-broadband","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gsma.com\/connectivity-for-good\/spectrum\/","title":{"rendered":"Spectrum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Spectrum<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Spectrum is the radio frequency resource that makes mobile communications possible. Understanding what mobile spectrum is and how spectrum for mobile networks is managed is critical to delivering affordable, high-quality connectivity and enabling technologies like 4G and 5G.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

About GSMA Spectrum<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The GSMA works globally to ensure spectrum mobile networks need is made available in a timely, affordable, and sustainable way. Clear policy, fair pricing, and long-term planning are essential if mobile spectrum is to support economic growth and digital inclusion worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spectrum policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our policy section collects reports, analysis and policy positions of the mobile industry, plus information on mobile spectrum pricing and licensing. If you\u2019re looking to understand what mobile spectrum is and how it should be managed for growth, this is the place to start. This section also hosts our 5G Spectrum guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WRC series<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore the outcomes of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) and the agenda for WRC-27. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spectrum regional insights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Interested in a particular region? Drill down into regional developments and best practice in mobile spectrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Without sufficient spectrum for mobile services, networks cannot scale to meet growing demand for data, coverage, and performance. That\u2019s why governments, regulators, and the mobile industry work together to ensure spectrum is allocated, priced, and licensed in ways that support long-term digital growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spectrum thought leadership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Videos, reports, case studies and more \u2013 discover a wealth of information and analysis on spectrum mobile policy, 5G, and the future of connectivity with our expert thought leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spectrum Roadmap Studio<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Connecting today\u2019s decisions with tomorrow\u2019s connectivity needs<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Spectrum for D2D<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spectrum and Rural Connectivity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IMT Spectrum Harmonisation in ASEAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Limits of D2D<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spectrum events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The GSMA spectrum team holds and attends topic-focused seminars, workshops and meetings around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our new global events library<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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26 – 28 May June, SNIEC
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MWC Shanghai and Policy Leaders Forum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Contact us <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Need more information? Or want to get involved? Simply fill out this short form and we\u2019ll get back to you.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Connect with the GSMA Spectrum team on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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