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Vietnam officially retires 2G, auctions 900MHz spectrum for 4G, 5G
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Fusion42 · 8 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Vietnam has officially retired its 2G network, auctioning its 900MHz spectrum to mobile operators for expanding 4G and 5G coverage with the auction starting on September 9. The 900MHz band is divided into three paired blocks, each starting at $40.2 million with a 15-year license term, aimed at facilitating nationwide expansion of newer mobile technologies.
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Vietnam's 2G shutdown frees valuable 900MHz spectrum that you can now leverage to build wider 4G and 5G networks. Mobile network founders can target this auction as a clear entry point to gain critical spectrum for national expansion.
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