In a bold move to boost innovation and align with international standards, the Chinese mainland recently approved 13 foreign-invested companies for pilot operations in value-added telecom services. The pilot covers popular services like internet access and information services, with trials set to take place in vibrant cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Hainan, and Shenzhen.
Among the approved companies are reputable names tied to global giants—T-Systems P.R. China Ltd. (affiliated with Deutsche Telekom in China), Siemens Digital Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd, Airbus, and others. This initiative effectively aligns the domestic regulatory framework with high-standard international economic and trade rules.
Shi Lina, director of the International Governance Department at the Policy and Economic Research Institute of the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, praised the measure. She noted, "It promotes the continuous improvement of the telecom industry's regulatory system," hinting at a promising future for regulatory reforms in the sector.
This vibrant update is sure to catch the eye of young professionals, tech enthusiasts, and travelers eager to see how innovation shapes communication in the digital era. Stay tuned for more updates as this dynamic development unfolds! 😊
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China's nod to 13 foreign firms for pilot telecom services praised
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