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Ahead of European Parliament Elections \u2018Mobile Industry Manifesto for Europe\u2019 Provides a Roadmap to Foster 5G Innovation<\/em><\/p>\n

Barcelona<\/strong>: The GSMA today launched \u2018The Mobile Industry Manifesto for Europe\u2019 on behalf of its European members, highlighting its vision for Europe\u2019s digital future. Ahead of the European Parliament elections this spring, the manifesto calls on policymakers in Europe to modernise regulation and create the right conditions for a new era of Intelligent Connectivity.<\/p>\n

Europe has the highest rate of mobile connectivity compared with other regions, and the mobile industry\u2019s contribution to the EU\u2019s GDP is projected to grow from \u20ac550 billion annually to \u20ac720 billion by 2022. Supported by the right policy environment, Europe has the potential to increase 5G take-up to 30 per cent of all connections by 2025.1<\/sup><\/p>\n

\u201cOur networks have made Europe stronger enabling citizens and businesses to reap the benefits of digital transformation,\u201d said Afke Schaart, VP & Head of Europe, GSMA. \u201cAs we enter an era of Intelligent Connectivity there is much more that connectivity can make possible \u2014 for a greener planet, more liveable cities, more efficient industries and more united societies. For citizens to benefit from this innovation, we must address the barriers holding back the mobile industry in Europe through progressive regulation. Our industry is at the heart of the digital experience, and with our manifesto for Europe we are ready to work together with policymakers to invigorate Europe\u2019s economies.\u201d<\/p>\n

The manifesto describes the barriers facing Europe in two parts: network infrastructure and digital services.<\/p>\n

Improving network performance <\/strong>
\nOn the network infrastructure side the policy environment in Europe is cited as not sufficiently supportive of network investment. Delivering 5G connectivity will stretch operators\u2019 financial resources to the limit it says. The challenge is how to solutions-and-impact\/connectivity-for-good\/public-policy\/regulatory-environment\/mobile-energy-efficiencyt government\u2019s coverage obligations even where there is no business justification for it. It has been estimated that the rollout cost for 5G across Europe will be significantly higher than for 4G, at between \u20ac300 billion and \u20ac500 billion.<\/p>\n

The GSMA is calling on national regulators to foster innovation and investment, rather than simply transferring regulation for today\u2019s products to tomorrow\u2019s highly differentiated 5G networks. It is inviting governments to improve the investment environment through lower spectrum fees and siting costs, and reviewing telecoms-specific taxes.<\/p>\n

Strengthening digital confidence <\/strong>
\nOn services, the manifesto highlights that we are at a critical moment of declining trust in digital services. At a time when EU citizens expect companies to be more transparent and accountable regarding the use of their data, the mobile industry is asking policy makers to apply the same service, same rules principle across the digital economy (to ensure better consumer protection within the EU and fair competition among all players). Operators are also calling for a new network security reference for Europe, leveraging the expertise of the operator community and building on existing accepted national and international standards and best practice.<\/p>\n

\u201cWorking with governments, we will lead and champion innovation that will help Europe take advantage of the huge technological changes we see,\u201d added Schaart. \u201cWe will play our role so European citizens feel digitally empowered and protected at the same time.\u201d<\/p>\n

You can view the GSMA\u2019s Mobile Industry Manifesto for Europe here<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

-ENDS-<\/p>\n

Notes to editors <\/strong>
\n1. \u2018The Mobile Economy: Europe 2018\u2019<\/a> report authored by GSMA Intelligence.<\/p>\n

About the GSMA<\/strong>
\nThe GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide, uniting more than 750 operators and nearly 400 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers and internet companies, as well as organizations in adjacent industry sectors. The GSMA also produces the industry-leading MWC events held annually in Barcelona, Los Angeles and Shanghai, as well as the Mobile 360 Series of regional conferences.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit the GSMA corporate website at www.gsma.com<\/a>. Follow the GSMA on Twitter: @GSMA, @GSMAEurope<\/p>\n

Media Contacts: <\/strong>
\nFor the GSMA
\nRuta Malinauskaite
\n+32 471 82 42 62
\nrmalinauskaite@webershandwick.com<\/p>\n

GSMA Press Office
\npressoffice@gsma.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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