The framework for the development of standards and radio interface for 6G, known as IMT-2030, was approved by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) at its recent meeting in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
“By agreeing on a way forward on 6G, ITU Member States have taken an important step toward ensuring that technical progress is synonymous with affordability, security, and resilience — supporting sustainable development and digital transformation everywhere,” said Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General.
All of the previous generations of wireless — analog cellular (1G), digital cellular (2G), IMT-2000 (3G), IMT-Advanced (4G), and IMT-2020 (5G) – were standardized through ITU.
“Terrestrial wireless systems to be developed under IMT-2030 are expected to drive the next wave of innovative radiocommunication systems, promote digital equity and advance universal connectivity,” said Mario Maniewicz, Director of the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau.
Proposals for the IMT-2030 Radio Interface Technology for consideration in the next phase of 6G development in 2027. The standards for 6G are set to be completed in 2030.
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