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Vietnam reaches 92% 5G population coverage
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Fusion42 · 5 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Vietnam has rapidly deployed over 40,000 5G base stations covering about 92% of its population by early 2026, marking one of the fastest 5G rollouts globally. The country is also advancing in domestic manufacturing of 5G equipment and has initiated preparations for 6G development through a national steering committee.
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◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
Vietnam's telecom sector has cleared a high bar with a rapid 5G rollout and a push for homegrown equipment. You need to look at Vietnam for network partnerships or supply chain opportunities before competitors consolidate further.
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