Peru, a South American country characterised by its diverse geography, consists of arid coastal regions, towering Andes mountains, and dense Amazon rainforest. Its population of approximately 34 million people is unevenly distributed, with a concentration in urban areas like Lima, the capital, which hosts a third of the population. The imbalance in population distribution poses a challenge to the uniform delivery of technology and telecommunications services. Initiatives have been undertaken, such as the Fitel (Investment Fund in Telecommunications) project which aims to provide rural and remote areas with internet connectivity. Peru has also seen advancements in its renewable energy sector with numerous hydroelectric, solar, and wind power projects. However, the technology sector, while growing, is still in a developing stage, with scope for expansion and improvement, particularly in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, and digital innovation.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 4 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Bitel, a telecommunications operator in Peru, was established in 2011 as a subsidiary of the Vietnamese military-run Viettel Group. It began operations in October 2014 under the Bitel brand, marking Viettel's first international venture in a country wealthier than Vietnam. Bitel quickly positioned itself as a major player in the Peruvian telecommunications market by leveraging Viettel's extensive experience in building robust network infrastructures. The company was noted for its aggressive expansion strategy, which included skipping 2G technology and directly implementing 3G and 4G networks...
