About This Toolkit:

Developed by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), a member of the ITU Acceleration Centres Network, this comprehensive toolkit presents China’s pioneering experience in 5G, gigabit optical networks, and universal telecommunication services. It offers actionable insights for policymakers and industry leaders in developing countries.

- 5G Innovation: From Infrastructure to Economic Catalyst

World’s Largest 5G SA Network: Built on a foundation of policy-driven collaboration and cost-effective shared infrastructure.

Deep Integration Across Industries: Empowering core applications in smart manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture for tangible efficiency gains.

Proven Efficiency Leap: Case studies show productivity boosts of over 25% in sectors like automotive and electronics.

Fostering a Robust Ecosystem: Initiatives like the “Blooming Cup” competition fuel continuous innovation and application development.

- Gigabit Optical Networks: The High-Speed Backbone for a Digital Society

Ubiquitous, Affordable Fiber: Reaching over 95% of Chinese households, providing a model for scalable, cost-effective deployment.

Foundation for Industrial Upgrade: Enabling smart factories and remote services, with demonstrated cost reductions of up to 30%.

Transforming Critical Services: Revolutionizing healthcare and education through near-instant data transmission and high-definition telepresence.

Future-Proof Architecture: Laying the groundwork for next-generation technologies and seamless urban-digital integration.

- Universal Service: Bridging the Digital Divide for Inclusive Growth

Historic Connectivity Achievement: Successfully connecting 100% of administrative villages, a replicable model for rural and remote access.

Affordability as a Core Principle: Targeted subsidies and innovative models have dramatically increased accessibility for all income levels.

From Access to Opportunity: Empowering communities through e-commerce (e.g., "Taobao Villages"), tele-education, and remote healthcare.

Reaching the Unreachable: Proven deployment experience in extreme environments, from high-altitude Xizang to remote island communities.

Contact Information:

iac@caict.ac.cn