{"id":16061,"date":"2025-05-29T18:02:04","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T18:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/central-law.com\/?p=16061"},"modified":"2025-05-29T18:02:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T18:02:04","slug":"central-america-advances-telecommunications-amid-structural-challenges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/central-law.com\/en\/central-america-advances-telecommunications-amid-structural-challenges\/","title":{"rendered":"Central America Advances Telecommunications Amid Structural Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"

Latin America is expected to reach a total of <\/span>425 million 5G connections by 2030<\/b>, representing a <\/span>55% increase from 2024<\/b>, according to the <\/span>GSMA<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although the region has experienced <\/span>significant advances in the telecommunications sector during 2024<\/b>, with a focus on expanding connectivity and adopting emerging technologies such as <\/span>5G<\/b>, challenges persist related to <\/span>infrastructure, regulation<\/b>, and <\/span>equitable access<\/b> to digital services.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Global Telecom Outlook 2024\u20132028<\/b> report by <\/span>PwC<\/b> indicates that revenue from fixed and mobile services in the region <\/span>increased by 4.3% in 2023<\/b>, reaching <\/span>$1.14 trillion<\/b>, and this trend is expected to continue with a <\/span>compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9%<\/b> through 2028, although this is below the projected inflation rate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Regionally, <\/span>Latin America is projected to reach 425 million 5G connections by 2030<\/b>, reflecting a <\/span>55% growth from 2024<\/b>, according to estimates by the <\/span>GSM Association (GSMA)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

In Panama, the <\/span>National Authority of Public Services (ASEP)<\/b> presented a comprehensive analysis of the country\u2019s telecommunications sector during <\/span>Conecta Latam<\/b>, an event that brought together leaders from telecom operators, regulators, analysts, government officials, and digital transformation providers.<\/span><\/p>\n

This presentation contextualized the <\/span>sector\u2019s challenges and opportunities<\/b>, such as the need to <\/span>connect unserved communities<\/b> and <\/span>reduce the digital divide<\/b>\u2014a goal that requires the <\/span>synergy of all stakeholders<\/b> involved in the ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the same time, the ASEP stressed the importance of <\/span>regulatory updates<\/b> and <\/span>process optimization<\/b> \u201cto promote the efficient use of networks, improve infrastructure, and ensure effective competition between large and small concessionaire companies, with the goal of providing customers and users with better service quality and continuity,\u201d according to a statement released via its digital platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n

In Central America, <\/span>closing the uneven progress in infrastructure development is critical<\/b>. Moreover, the region must address issues related to <\/span>regulatory frameworks and security<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

A report by <\/span>EY<\/b> emphasizes that telecommunications companies must adopt a <\/span>holistic risk perspective<\/b>, including <\/span>technological transformation<\/b> and <\/span>disruption to the value chain<\/b>, to remain resilient in a rapidly evolving environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

The same PwC report highlights that <\/span>structural change will drive increased demand for connectivity and communication services<\/b> in the coming years, while the telecommunications industry itself is undergoing a transformation that is opening <\/span>new opportunities<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The report identifies <\/span>strategic investment in artificial intelligence<\/b>, <\/span>fixed connectivity<\/b>, and <\/span>B2B services<\/b> as key factors; as well as <\/span>collaboration with investors and regulators<\/b> to optimize the market and reliance on <\/span>acquisitions and alliances<\/b> to achieve scale.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Latin America is expected to reach a total of 425 million 5G connections by 2030, representing a 55% increase from 2024, according to the GSMA. Although the region has experienced significant advances in the telecommunications sector during 2024, with a focus on expanding connectivity and adopting emerging technologies such as 5G, challenges persist related to 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