To create wealth, Europe must reap the dividends of radio spectrum
- Posted on July 28, 2026
- By Financial Times
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Europe's telecommunications sector faces significant competitive disadvantages due to fragmented radio spectrum management across member states. While Asian and American competitors benefit from unified frequency allocation strategies, the EU's national approach hampers innovation and global market positioning. Harmonizing spectrum policies at the European level could unlock substantial economic growth, enable faster 5G and 6G deployment, and strengthen the continent's digital sovereignty in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
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