India to ink 6G co-operation agreement with European body
India's Bharat 6G is on the verge of finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Europe's Industry Alliance 6G, according to HT Mint. The nation is expanding its collaboration on advanced technologies under the EU-India Trade and Technology Council. The upcoming partnership is expected to boost cooperation in the field of 6G technology development. An agreement between Bharat 6G and Industry Alliance 6G is imminent.
Bharat 6G and Industry Alliance 6G are drafting specifics
The specifics of the partnership between Bharat 6G and Industry Alliance 6G are currently being drafted. The formal agreements are anticipated to be finalized in the upcoming quarter. This follows Bharat 6G's previous MoU with America's Next G Alliance last year, which focused on developing 6G wireless technologies and establishing robust supply chains. Both nations expressed their commitment to creating secure telecommunications and promoting global digital inclusion. They also shared a bold vision for future 6G networks.
What is the Bharat 6G Alliance?
The Bharat 6G Alliance, established in 2023 by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), "aims to bring together Indian start-ups, companies, and the manufacturing ecosystem to establish consortia that drive the design, development, and deployment of 6G technologies in India." DoT also noted B6GA's aspiration to position India at the forefront of global 6G innovation, by accelerating patent creation related to standards within the country. Actively participating in international standardization organizations such as 3GPP and ITU, is also included.
India's 6G vision document has been approved by ITU
The Indian government is keen on forming alliances with other global 6G entities, to gain a deeper understanding of the commercial and societal implications of 6G beyond its technical aspects. The aim is to build consensus on these needs and stimulate R&D. The Bharat 6G Alliance has also strengthened India's position in the International Telecom Union, which has approved India's 6G vision document, enabling it to play a significant role in setting standards.
