The Americas ITU region stretches from the icy terrains of Canada in the North to the vibrant landscapes of Argentina in the South. It includes North, Central, and South America along with the Caribbean, encompassing a rich mix of cultures, economies, and geographies. From the tech hubs of Silicon Valley to the Amazonian rainforests of Brazil, this region is a blend of innovation and tradition. Telecommunications in the Americas sees a mix of mature markets with high internet penetration, like the US and Canada, and emerging markets aiming to expand their digital footprints.

ITU The Americas region outline

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Countries

The are 50 countries in this region.

costa rica world map

Costa Rica, a Central American nation with a population of over 5 million, is marked by diverse terrain encompassing coastal plains, central valleys, and mountain ranges. This geographical diversity poses unique challenges in terms of infrastructure development and technology distribution. The more densely populated regions, such as the Central Valley, enjoy better access to technology and ...

Regulatory Body
Superintendencia de Telecomunicaciones SUTEL
cuba world map

Cuba, an island nation in the Caribbean, has a population of around 11 million people, largely concentrated in urban areas such as Havana and Santiago de Cuba. The country's geographical isolation and the US embargo have historically posed challenges to its technological development and telecommunications infrastructure. However, Cuba has made strides in recent years, with the government actively ...

Regulatory Body
Ministerio de Comunicaciones
curacao world map

Curaçao, a small island nation and constituent country of The Netherlands, is located in the southern Caribbean Sea. The country comprises the main island and the uninhabited Klein Curaçao, with its population of approximately 150,000 mostly concentrated in and around the capital city, Willemstad. The nation is linked to the global internet via six undersea fibre optic cable systems. In terms of ...

Regulatory Body
Bureau Telecommunicatie en Post
dominica world map

Dominica, located in the Lesser Antilles region of the Caribbean Sea, is a mountainous tropical island with a population of roughly 72,000 people spread across its 750 square kilometres. Its population is largely concentrated along the coastal areas, while the rugged interior, including the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, is sparsely inhabited. Telecommunication infrastructure in Dominica is ...

Regulatory Body
Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority ECTEL
dominican republic world map

The Dominican Republic, located in the Caribbean region, is a geographically diverse nation comprising mountains, plains, and coastal areas. With a population of around 11.1 million, the majority of people reside in urban areas, particularly in the capital, Santo Domingo. The country's topography and population distribution pose unique challenges to the development of infrastructure and technology ...

Regulatory Body
Instituto Dominicano de las Telecomunicaciones INDOTEL
ecuador world map

Ecuador, a South American country situated on the equator, features diverse geographical landscapes from coastal plains to highland valleys and Amazonian rainforests. This can pose significant challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure due to varied terrain and isolated communities. Regional disparities in population distribution are also apparent, with the majority ...

Regulatory Body
Agencia de Regulación y Control de las Telecomunicaciones ARCOTEL
el salvador world map

El Salvador, Central America's smallest country, is densely populated with over six million people predominantly residing in urban areas, including the capital, San Salvador. Its mountainous terrain, with the Pacific coast to the south, poses challenges for technology infrastructure, specifically telecommunications. Even so, El Salvador has made significant strides in digital connectivity, with ...

Regulatory Body
Superintendencia General de Electricidad y Telecomunicaciones SIGET
Falkland Islands World Map

The Falkland Islands, an archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, comprises two main islands and around 776 smaller ones, with a population of approximately 3,700 residents. The islands' remote location and sparse population distribution pose challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure. However, the Falkland Islands has implemented innovative solutions, such as the launch of ...

Regulatory Body
FIG Law & Regulation Directorate
French Guiana World Map

French Guiana, a French overseas territory located on the northeast coast of South America, is characterised by its dense rainforest geography and a sparse population primarily concentrated along the coast. The capital city, Cayenne, is a significant hub for technology and telecommunications in the region. The country hosts the Guiana Space Centre, a major international spaceport with advanced ...

Regulatory Body
Agence Nationale des Fréquences ANFR
Greenland world map

Greenland, the world's largest non-continental island, has a unique geography that presents challenges for telecommunications and technology infrastructure. Its vast and harsh terrain, characterised by ice-covered landscapes and sparse population distribution, makes traditional infrastructure development difficult. The country's population, which is just over 56,000, is concentrated along the ...

Regulatory Body
TELE-POST
Grenada world map

Grenada, located in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, has a mountainous terrain which can pose challenges to the deployment of technologies and telecommunications. The population of over 124,000 is spread across the main island and the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The capital, St. George's, is the most populous and technologically advanced region. The country has invested in ...

Regulatory Body
Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority ECTEL
guatemala world map

Guatemala, located in Central America, has a diverse geography including coastal plains, highlands, and rainforests. Its population, nearing 17 million, is unevenly distributed, with a significant population concentration in the southern region. This presents unique challenges for telecommunication infrastructure, which needs to cover wide, sparsely populated rural areas as well as densely ...

Regulatory Body
Superintendencia de Telecomunicaciones de Guatemala
Guyana world map

Guyana, located on the northern mainland of South America, presents a mixed terrain of coastal plains, mountain ranges and dense rainforests which has historically made infrastructure development challenging. The population of approximately 805,000 is primarily concentrated along the coast, particularly in the capital, Georgetown. Inland regions are sparsely populated, presenting challenges in ...

Regulatory Body
Guyana National Frequency Management Unit
Haiti World Map

Haiti, located in the Caribbean, is subjected to a complex geography comprised of rugged mountains interspersed with small coastal plains and river valleys. Its population of approximately 11.5 million is heavily concentrated in urban areas, with the capital, Port-au-Prince, housing over 2 million residents. This urban-rural divide presents infrastructure challenges in terms of equitably ...

Regulatory Body
Conseil National des Télécommunications CONATEL
Honduras world map

Honduras, located in Central America, is largely mountainous, posing a challenge for the establishment of telecommunications and other technology infrastructure. Its population of approximately 9.9 million is unevenly distributed, with a significant proportion residing in rural areas and small cities, further complicating technology access and deployment. The nation is divided into 18 departments ...

Regulatory Body
Comisión Nacional de Telecomunicaciones CONATEL