Viettel says to deploy 3G network by 2009 end (Vietnam)

www.WirelessFederation.com/news: Viettel will reportedly deploy HSPA mobile infrastructure for its 3G network by the end of 2009. According to the report, Viettel has also said that subscribers in both densely populated and remote areas where cable broadband infrastructure is limited will have access to wireless broadband services, multimedia services and high quality content.

In April 2009, Ministry of Information and Communication (MIC) has awarded licence to Viettel along with Vinaphone, MobiFone and a consortium between EVN Telecom and Hanoi Telecom to operate 3G services. The quartets were given three months to develop third-generation wireless services under the 15-year licences.