Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Huawei, ZTE, Mobifone, Bharti Airtel, Unifique, Amazonia 5G, among others.
5G Crossroads: Vietnam Reconsiders Chinese Tech Deals Amid U.S. Pressure
Vietnam is exploring new 5G agreements with Chinese technology giants such as Huawei and ZTE, despite security concerns raised by the United States. State-owned operator Mobifone is reportedly in talks to procure equipment to accelerate its 5G rollout, potentially expanding the role of Chinese vendors in its telecom infrastructure. This development marks a notable shift from Vietnam’s earlier stance in 2020, when it leaned toward limiting Chinese involvement. The move underscores Vietnam’s effort to balance cost efficiency and rapid network expansion while navigating complex geopolitical pressures.
5G Boom in UP East: Airtel Rolls Out 4,300 Sites at Rapid Pace
Bharti Airtel has significantly expanded its 5G network in eastern Uttar Pradesh by deploying over 4,300 new sites in the past year, strengthening connectivity across 48 districts. The rollout now reaches around 34 million people across urban, semi-urban, and rural areas, with an average of 12 sites added daily. Major cities including Lucknow, Kanpur, and Varanasi have seen improved coverage. This rapid expansion enhances network capacity and ensures faster, more reliable 5G services, supporting rising data demand and digital usage across the region.
Unifique’s Bold 5G Push: Amazonia Deal and Sao Paulo Spectrum Boost Expansion
Brazilian telecom provider Unifique is accelerating its expansion in the mobile segment through key acquisitions and spectrum wins. The company has acquired a 56.4 percent stake in Amazônia 5G, enabling its entry into Brazil’s northern region and broadening its geographic reach. In parallel, Unifique secured 5G spectrum in São Paulo, a highly competitive and commercially significant market, strengthening its capacity to deliver faster and more reliable mobile services. These strategic steps underline Unifique’s efforts to scale its operations, diversify beyond fixed broadband, and position itself more strongly within Brazil’s rapidly evolving 5G ecosystem.
SHAFANA FAZAL