At Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Yang Chaobin, CEO of the ICT Business Group at Huawei, urged the ICT industry to accelerate the deployment of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) and expand spectrum use to support the growing demands of artificial intelligence.
Yang noted that the rapid rise of AI applications is driving new network requirements, including ultra-high bandwidth, low latency, and secure connectivity to support real-time data exchange between devices and cloud systems. He emphasized the need to utilize new spectrum resources such as the U6GHz band and transition networks from being primarily downlink-focused to supporting stronger uplink capacity.
He described 5G-A as a key bridge toward future 6G development, with global 6G standards expected by 2029. The technology is already deployed in more than 300 cities worldwide and is expected to enable faster speeds, improved IoT connectivity, and enhanced support for AI-driven services.
Yang also highlighted the global digital divide, noting that about 300 million people still lack mobile coverage. He said innovative and cost-effective connectivity solutions, including Huawei’s RuralStar technology, are helping expand digital access in underserved communities across multiple countries.
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