Governance
Asia-Pacific gains from World Radiocommunication Conference
The latest World Radiocommunication Conference advanced the Asia-Pacific region’s radio spectrum development.
Headline
The latest World Radiocommunication Conference advanced the Asia-Pacific region’s radio spectrum development.
Context
OUR TAKE The outcomes of the latest World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) lay a strong foundation for future advancements, promoting a more connected, efficient, and technologically advanced Asia-Pacific region. The agenda for the next one (WRC-27) will further encourage the region’s flexibility and creativity. –Ashley Wang, BTW reporter The latest World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) has positioned the Asia-Pacific region advantageously for the development of radio spectrum use across various services. Member States of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed to promote the development of future mobile systems and services, with significant contributions from Asia-Pacific countries.
Evidence
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Analysis
A key outcome of WRC-23 was the identification of various regional and global spectrum bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT). Although the Asia-Pacific region did not receive specific radio-spectrum identification for IMT, regulatory specifications for IMT use in other regions will aid in its implementation locally. This will encourage continued technical research and development, benefiting users and communities. WRC-23 also established usage specifications for Radio LANs, such as Wi-Fi, allowing each Asia-Pacific country to select systems aligned with its domestic needs and spectrum policies. Additionally, the use of high-altitude platform stations (HAPS) as IMT base stations, known as HIBS, was put on the agenda for future discussions. This could enable cost-effective expansion of IMT coverage, particularly in sparsely populated areas. Also read: ‘Luobo Kuaipao’: Fear and excitement as China embraces robotaxis Also read: US grants $400M to Taiwan’s GlobalWafers for silicon wafer production
Key Points
- The latest World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) advanced the Asia-Pacific region’s radio spectrum development, identifying spectrum bands for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT).
- These developments are vital for the region’s technological and economic growth, enhancing connectivity in remote areas.
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