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When: 16th June 2009, 2:30PM to 5:30PM
Where: Singapore Expo
Attendees: Government policy-makers and regulators
Please contact Ms. Jae Chan for any queries.
*By Invitation Only. |
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| The pace of Next Generation broadband networks rollout has accelerated in recent years as operators seek to meet increasing consumer demand for bandwidth connectivity and as governments recognise the potential of infocomm technology as a driver of a country’s economic growth and competitiveness. |
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| The economic and social benefits of next generation broadband networks are substantial but their impact on the telecommunications market and regulatory practice will also be considerable. In fact, a substantial part of Singapore’s Next Generation National Broadband Network project has been focused on developing the regulatory framework governing the operators of the network and its downstream markets. |
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| The Next Generation Broadband Forum Regulatory Exchange, organised by the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore, aims to facilitate discussions and exchange of ideas among policy makers and regulators on their key considerations for next generation networks. |
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* Programme subject to changes at organiser’s discretion. |
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Session |
| 2:30pm |
Opening Address by Chairman
Leong Keng Thai, Deputy CEO/Director-General (Telecoms & Post), Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore |
| 2:40pm |
Effective Open Access– the Singapore Model
The Next Generation National Broadband Network is Singapore’s major initiative to develop a ubiquitous ultra high-speed fibre network that will push the country to be one of the world's premier communications environments. IDA has formulated a unique regulatory framework governing the operators of the network and its downstream markets, aimed at ensuring effective open access to the network, which in turn will bring about a vibrant and competitive market for next generation services.
Andrew J. Haire, Deputy Director-General (Telecoms & Post), Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore |
| 3:00pm |
Regulation of Next Generation Access Network
Christophe Forax , Member of Cabinet of Ms Viviane Reding, Commissioner for Information Society and Media, European Commission |
| 3:15pm |
Role of Government in Developing a Vibrant Broadband Market
Colin Lyons, Deputy Secretary (National Broadband Network Taskforce), Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Australia |
| 3:40pm |
Tea Break |
| 4:00pm |
Panel Discussion: Regulating Next Generation Networks – Challenges and Opportunities
The economic and social benefits of next generation broadband networks are substantial. However, they also pose many challenges to governments and regulators. A panel of international regulators will discuss how government policies and regulation can support the development of a vibrant marketplace for next generation services. As legacy networks get upgraded to next generation broadband networks, how should regulation evolve to ensure a smooth transition from old to new networks and to encourage the proliferation of innovative services to consumers?
Moderator: Lim Chong Kin, Director, Drew & Napier LLC
Panellists:
Colin Lyons, Deputy Secretary (National Broadband Network Taskforce), Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Australia
Christophe Forax, Member of Cabinet of Ms Viviane Reding, Commissioner for Information Society and Media, European Commission
Marion Lai, Director-General, Office of Telecommunications Authority, Hong Kong
Leong Keng Thai, Deputy CEO/Director-General (Telecoms & Post), Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore
Dr. Marianne Treschow, Director-General, Swedish Post and Telecom Agency |
| 5:30pm |
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