Monday 7 September, 2026
Developed by A/Prof Gao Yujia of the National University Health System (NUHS), Singapore, this report examines the maturity and adoption of 5G across hospitals in the Asia-Pacific region. Drawing on insights from senior healthcare decision-makers across seven markets, it highlights the current state of adoption, priority use cases, investment trends and key barriers to scaling 5G. The report also explores how advanced connectivity can support AI, IoT and other emerging technologies, providing practical considerations for healthcare, telecommunications and technology leaders looking to move from pilots to scalable implementation.