China is rapidly advancing its 5G-Advanced (5G-A) infrastructure, aiming to enhance connectivity across urban, suburban, and rural areas. Telecom giants China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom are spearheading this initiative, with plans to deploy 5G-A networks in over 300 cities by the end of 2025. (Telecom Review)
The deployment includes high-speed connectivity in subways, business districts, and rural regions. For instance, China Mobile Shanghai has achieved 100% 5G-A coverage in landmarks like Lujiazui and the Bund, as well as in key urban expressways and trunk roads. Additionally, the Watertown Lobby area has been equipped with 10-gigabit optical network infrastructure, significantly improving communication network speeds and capacity. (huawei)
5G-A offers substantial improvements over previous generations, including peak downlink speeds of 5 Gbps, uplink speeds exceeding 500 Mbps, and average experienced rates of 2.5 Gbps. These enhancements are crucial for supporting applications such as autonomous driving and smart infrastructure in high-density environments. (huawei)
The accelerated rollout of 5G-A is part of China’s broader strategy to establish a robust digital infrastructure, facilitating advancements in various sectors including transportation, healthcare, and industrial automation. By 2025, the government plans to extend 5G coverage to all cities and towns, as well as most villages, ensuring comprehensive connectivity across the nation. (Reddit)
