In 2024, the number of 5G users in China exceeded one billion, reaching a large share of the population. Since already a significant number of consumers use 5G internet and the country has invested in 5G internet infrastructure, the three telecommunication companies announced that they will reduce their annual investments into 5G gradually over the coming years.
Number of 5G users in China from 2021 to 2024
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