Learn about telecommunications around the world. PowertecPowertec: Powertec is a wireless technology manufacturer and systems integrator based in Australia. Operating since 1995, Powertec has grown to become the leading wireless technology distributor in its region, and a leading Infratech systems developer. Supporting over 1500 partners the company provides… is compiling resources on companies, mobile networks, and regulatory information on countries not just within the Asia Pacific region but around the world.
The global telecommunications industry is predominantly regulated by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a specialised agency of the United Nations. The ITU is tasked with facilitating international communication through the development of technical standards. The ITU tracks and benchmarks the progress of countries and promotes development in underserved communities worldwide.
It's important to note that Powertec compiles research on a range of sovereign and disputed territories regardless of their geopolitical status. We endeavour to remain an impartial observer and defer to international guidance where possible.
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Micronesia, a region in the Western Pacific Ocean, is comprised of thousands of small islands dispersed over a large expanse of ocean. This geographical layout presents unique challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure. The population of around 550,000 people is widely spread across the region, with significant concentration on the four constituent states of the Federated ...
Moldova, located between Romania and Ukraine in Eastern Europe, is a landlocked country with a population of around 2.6 million. Most of its population is concentrated in urban areas, with the capital city Chisinau housing a third of the total. Moldova has a developing telecommunications sector, with the fixed-line telephony system largely out of date and the mobile sector showing continuous ...
Monaco, nestled on the French Riviera, is a tiny nation with a land area of 2.02 square kilometres and a population of approximately 36,000. It is the most densely populated sovereign state in the world, with its urbanised terrain presenting unique challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure. Monaco Telecom, the primary telecommunications provider, offers services ranging from ...
Mongolia, a landlocked country in East and Central Asia, is the world's second-largest landlocked country after Kazakhstan. It's sparsely populated with a density of approximately 2.1 persons per square kilometre. This vast geographical area poses significant challenges for technological and telecommunications advancements due to the dispersed population and lack of infrastructure in many regions ...
Montenegro, a small country situated in Southeast Europe, is characterised by diverse geographical characteristics, including coastal areas, high mountains, and low plains. With a population of approximately 620,000, the population distribution is uneven due to the varied terrain, leading to a high density along the coast and sparse habitation in mountainous regions. The country's ...
Montserrat, a British Overseas Territory located in the Caribbean, is known for its challenging geographical conditions. The island is comprised of a single active volcano, the Soufrière Hills, which erupted in 1995, causing significant population displacement and impacting the infrastructure. Today, the northern part of the island is more densely inhabited due to volcanic activities in the south ...
Morocco, situated in North Africa and encompassing diverse terrains from the Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines to the rugged mountains and Sahara desert, provides a unique landscape for technological and telecommunications development. The population of approximately 37 million is unevenly distributed, with a heavier concentration in urban areas like Casablanca and Rabat, and less densely ...
Mozambique, located in Southeast Africa, is known for its extensive coastal stretch and variable terrain which includes mountains in the west and high plateaus in the north. Its population of approximately 32 million is unevenly distributed, with a majority residing in rural areas and a significant concentration in the capital, Maputo. This geographic and population distribution presents unique ...
Myanmar, located in Southeast Asia, has a diverse geography, including mountainous regions, coastal areas and lowland plains, leading to a disparate population distribution. The majority of its 54 million inhabitants reside in rural areas, with only about 30% in urban centres, mainly Yangon and Mandalay. This uneven distribution poses challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure ...
Namibia, located in southwestern Africa, is known for its vast, arid desert landscape that covers the majority of the country. The population of approximately 2.5 million people is unevenly distributed, with a high density in the north near Angola and a significantly lower concentration in the desert regions. Windhoek, the capital and largest city, serves as a central hub for technology and ...
Nauru, a small island nation in Micronesia, northeast of Australia, has a land area of just 21 square kilometres, thus making it the world's third-smallest country. Its population of about 12,000 people is concentrated in a narrow coastal belt. The country's remote location and compact population distribution pose unique challenges to the development and implementation of technology and ...
Nepal, a South Asian nation, is landlocked and bordered by India and China. Being primarily mountainous due to the Himalayas, it faces significant geographic challenges affecting telecommunications and technology deployment. The country's population of approximately 30 million people is unevenly distributed, with the majority residing in rural areas, often in rugged, hard-to-reach terrains. The ...
The Netherlands, a country located in North-Western Europe, is characterised by a flat and low-lying geography. With a population of approximately 17.5 million people densely packed into an area of 41,865 square kilometres, it is one of the most densely populated countries globally. The majority of the population is concentrated in urban areas, notably the Randstad, a conurbation including ...
New Caledonia, a French territory located in the South Pacific, spans a land area of around 18,575 square kilometres with a population of approximately 270,000. The population is mostly concentrated in the capital city, Noumea, leaving many regions underserved in terms of technology and telecommunications. The island's mountainous terrain and isolation pose significant challenges for connectivity ...
New Zealand, a two-island nation in the South Pacific, has a population that is primarily concentrated in urban areas, particularly in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. The country's geographic isolation and rugged terrain pose unique challenges for telecommunications and infrastructure. Despite these hurdles, New Zealand has made significant strides in these sectors, with fibre optic ...