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    OBG’s coverage of the telecoms sector looks at market structure, regulatory framework, government goals, foreign participation and the roll-out of new technologies. Our ICT analysis reviews hardware and software markets, corporate spending, national bandwidth and government support.
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Chapter | Telecoms & IT from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2014

While communications will always be difficult in a country where much of the population is geographically isolated and the terrain is so challenging, the relevant infrastructure in PNG is quickly developing towards international standards – and at prices that are near to international norms. For example, prior to competition entering the market, mobile phone SIM cards were sold for $54;...

Papua New Guinea is poised for change, as the country’s mineral riches are providing a major opportunity for economic development through the exploitation of natural resources. The government’s five-year strategic plan focuses on key development enablers such as free education, improvements to health services, the strengthening of law and order, rural development projects and infrastructure construction.

 

The regulatory environment for telecommunications has become increasingly stringent over recent years, as authorities increase their efforts to create a more levelled competitive landscape. As mobile telecommunications services also expand rapidly, issues relating to pricing, competition and quality have become centrally linked to economic...

 

Why is it important for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to use technology in their production processes?

 

As operators strive to enhance their offers in a growing array of services, the telecommunications market is going through intense growth. Investing heavily on infrastructure deployment to improve service quality, government bodies and private operators are pushing for the development of the sector. Increasing convergence of telecommunications...

 

The rapid expansion of internet connections in Colombia, combined with the growing demand for multi-platform communication strategies, is strengthening online media outlets in the country. Much of it has been driven by the explosion in the use of social media, especially among the country’s youth. However, the online media sector is also being...

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