PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is proposing the establishment of a dedicated coordinating secretariat within the Asia Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) to advance 5G Broadcast technology in the region.
MCMC deputy managing director (development) Eneng Faridah Iskandar said it could act as a central hub for research, standardisation, pilot initiatives and training programmes in helping to ensure the emerging technology develops in a harmonised and sustainable manner across Asia Pacific.
"The success of 5G broadcast across the region will require strong collaboration and active information sharing among Asean member states.
"By pooling our knowledge, technical know-how and regulatory experience, we can accelerate adoption, minimise duplication and ensure the benefits of this technology are widely shared," she said in her closing remarks at the 5G Broadcast Conference here on Thursday (Sept 25).
Earlier, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government has begun exploring the potential of 5G Broadcast technology to complement the national broadcasting sector.
5G Broadcast technology is the latest evolution in telecommunications, allowing content to be transmitted directly to mobile devices without relying on traditional internet connections.
Unlike conventional mobile networks that rely on two-way communication, 5G Broadcast enables simultaneous one-to-many transmission with high quality and wider coverage using the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) spectrum typically allocated for terrestrial television.- Bernama
