The Mobile Economy China 2025

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unique mobile subscribers in China which is expected to grow to 1.29bn by 2030, or 89% penetration rate

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5G adoption rate is expected in China by the end of 2025, rising to 88% by 2030

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of economic value was added to the Chinese economy in 2024, and is expected to grow to $2 trillion by 2030

With more than 1 billion 5G subscribers at the end of 2024, China continues its rapid progress with 5G. As the technology continues to mature, China is positioning itself as a global leader through rapid infrastructure deployment, including the transition to 5G-Advanced, and the integration of 5G-enabled solutions across the economy.
Alongside realising the full potential of 5G, Chinese operators are also focused on the enterprise opportunities of AI and prioritising energy efficiency and a low-carbon economy.

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