Unlocking Mobile Investment: Rethinking Regulations for Growth and Innovation

Mobile technologies and services currently contribute $6.5 trillion to the global economy by enhancing productivity and efficiency across both private and public sectors, while also enabling citizens and the broader internet ecosystem to prosper and drive innovation.

Investment in mobile infrastructure generates significant benefits across key economic sectors, enabling participation in global value chains, and cutting transaction costs for economic and public services. Nevertheless, the full potential of the mobile sector has been constrained by fiscal challenges and regulatory frameworks that are limiting investment and innovation. The mobile sector is committed to supporting national priorities. However, it requires balanced policy frameworks that do not undermine service affordability for consumers or dampen investment by industry players. This session brings together policymakers, industry leaders and experts to discuss mobile investment trends, regulatory and fiscal best practices to create an environment for growth and innovation:

• Balanced fiscal frameworks that meet economic priorities, support affordability and incentivise investment
• Modernised regulatory frameworks that facilitate network investments and align with the user needs and economic competitiveness
• Cybersecurity policies and regulations that foster consumer trust in digital services and ensure their safety and security, while mitigating excessive regulatory compliance burdens