MWCB26 Keynote 3: The Politics of Connectivity: Governing in a Fragmented World
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Connectivity now sits at the heart of political decision-making, economic competition and global security. Yet the systems that support it are being shaped by diverging regulations, shifting alliances and accelerating technological change. We bring together influential voices from policy, industry and international institutions to examine how the world can govern connectivity responsibly amid mounting fragmentation. Together, these voices explore how governance models must evolve to balance openness with security, innovation with accountability and national interests with global interdependence.
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MWC Shanghai 2025
Keynote 1: Connectivity for a New Era
Wednesday 18 June 2025 | 09:00 – 10:45 | MWC Main Stage, Kerry Hotel
LENGTH: 10minGood morning everyone. It’s a pleasure to be here and to welcome you to MWC Shanghai 2025!
I was last here in April with the GSMA leadership team, and we s...
