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Belgian cabinet approves draft legislation for 5G auction

Monday 25 January 2021 | 08:43 CET | News
The Belgian government has approved draft legislation to move ahead with a 5G mobile spectrum auction. Regulator BIPT will start on planning the auction, which will include 5G frequencies as well as a renewal of existing licences.

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