Digital Infrastructure Policy

Governments recognise the importance of reliable, resilient, leading-edge digital infrastructure to power the economy and connect all of society. The best policies can incentivise investment, remove barriers to innovation and bring disparate players together under a common vision — accelerating society’s journey towards the next technological era.

The GSMA advocates for evidence-based policies that align with industry interests and advance governments’ strategic priorities. We do this by generating timely research and analysis to support government decision-making, and by engaging on policy topics linked to connectivity infrastructure and investment.

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Digital economy

Advocating for policies that drive investment and innovation in the mobile ecosystem.

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Investment readiness

Assessing countries’ support for the deployment and advancement of digital infrastructure.

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Taxation

Promoting fiscal policies that encourage investment and growth of the digital economy.

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Top resources

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The Internet Value Chain

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Energising Mobile Network Investments

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Mobile Tax Policy and Digital Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Digital Infrastructure Policy Series

The Digital Infrastructure Policy Series is a quarterly online event that brings together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss some of the most pressing policy debates related to digital infrastructure, through global and regional lenses.

Taxation

“Governments should reduce or remove mobile-specific taxes because the social impact and long-term positive impact on GDP (and, hence, tax revenues) will outweigh any short-term reduction in contributions to government budgets.”

Read the full policy position here.