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​3. The 26 GHz band is globally recognised for International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT)

(Source: ITU)

Earlier this year, the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) 2019 identified which bands were globally acceptable to run 5G services — including frequencies between 24.25 to 27.5 GHz.

These standards set by the International Telecom Union (ITU) to provide stability across geographies and sufficient spectrum space for everyone to operate — the aim being seamless global roaming. According to them, adequate protection has been put in place for Earth Exploration Satellite Services.

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