International Telecommunication Service Trade

Author: Du Zhenhua
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: With the advent of the information society, international telecom service trade has become increasingly important. Information and the facilities for accessing, storing, and transmitting information have become strategic resources as crucial as land, labor, and capital. Telecom service trade is a vital component of the WTO's service trade framework and has been one of the fastest-growing sectors in foreign trade in recent years. In the information society, international telecom trade has permeated all aspects of international economic, political, and cultural exchanges. Based on the theory of international service trade, this book introduces telecom services and their fundamental characteristics. The specific content includes: the basic theories and rules of international telecom service trade; research and analysis of the relationship between telecom service trade, telecom technology trade, and equipment trade; models of international telecom service trade; lock-in in international telecom technology standards; the three major standards of third-generation mobile communications; international telecom service trade agreements under the WTO framework; and international telecom service trade policies, among others. Through the exploration of international telecom service trade theory and the summarization of practical experience, this textbook fills the gap in the field of international telecom service trade textbooks. It is well-structured with a focus on key points and detailed materials. Each chapter includes a summary, key concepts, and discussion questions for easy learning and comprehension. It is suitable for students majoring in international economics and trade, theoretical researchers, researchers in telecom service trade, and practical professionals in telecom companies.