Abstract :
This article describes the current development of mobile communications in China, including market demand, operators, and technologies. The reasons China put great emphasis on IMT-2000 research and development are discussed. An IMT-2000-related organization structure is given, and their different responsibility and latest progress are also described. Finally, the author gives some viewpoints on IMT-2000
Keywords :
cellular radio; land mobile radio; research initiatives; China; IMT-2000; international standard; market demand; mobile communications; operators; organization structure; planning; research and development; Central office; GSM; Government; Mobile communication; Mobile handsets; Research and development; Telecommunication services; Telecommunication standards; Telephone sets; Telephony;