Telecoms & Satellite Communications Guide Cyprus

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Telecoms & Satellite Communication
Already a strategic communications base, Cyprus now aims to become
part of the European gigabit society by 2025 and is rolling out advanced
next-generation services that are set to revolutionise all aspects of daily life.
Local telecom operators have started implementing Fibre-to-the-Home connections
and have upgraded their cellular networks to provide 5G coverage services.
The island already has a fully digital network with reliable high-speed international
connectivity via eight fibre-optic submarine cables, including the world’s
longest optical submarine telecommunications cable, SEA-MEWE-3, which links
directly with Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Western Europe. Cyprus also has
dedicated fibre links to major international Points of Presence and Connectivity, as
well as top-tier satellite services ensuring all the right connections are in place. The
strategic geographical location of Cyprus, its established framework for technology
and research initiatives, and skilled workforce are all key aspects in the efforts
to upgrade its telecoms landscape in line with Europe’s common digital agenda.
Cyprus ranks 21 st in the European Commission’s 2021 Digital Economy and
Society Index (DESI), and although still scoring below EU average, it is gradually
closing the gap, up from the previous year’s 24 th place. The country has improved
in almost all areas, particularly in connectivity. Cyprus has improved its coverage
of Very High Capacity Networks (VHCN) and scores 67% in the 5G readiness indicator,
which means that the biggest part of the 5G pioneer spectrum harmonised
at EU level has already been assigned.
Cyprus ranks first in the world
in mobile speed growth
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