The Chair of the Board of Commissioners of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC), Lara Al-Khateeb, confirmed on Tuesday that the government has no intention of licensing a fourth company to provide mobile and telecommunications services in Jordan.
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Speaking during the Government Communication Forum, Al-Khateeb noted that licenses are currently being issued for companies providing internet services and vehicle tracking, adding that there are already 111 companies licensed to provide various telecommunications services.
On 5G and 6G Technology
Regarding the transition to 6G, she explained that 5G has not yet been fully utilized by the general public in a way that provides complete benefits, as it is primarily designed for large-scale projects like smart cities rather than personal use. She noted that the difference in speed for standard smartphone use between 5G and the previous generation is not significant.
She added that when 6G becomes available, its benefit will depend on infrastructure development, as specific frequencies will need to be allocated alongside the availability of supporting devices.
Investment and Incentives
Al-Khateeb highlighted that incentives were provided to telecom companies prior to the rollout of 5G services. She emphasized that these incentives:
Do not negatively impact the citizen or the government.
Aim to accelerate the deployment of 5G across Jordan.
Ensure the three existing companies follow their expansion plans according to their licenses.
Security and Infrastructure
The TRC Chair reassured the public that Jordan's telecommunications infrastructure is secure and unaffected by recent regional events. She stated the commission took proactive measures, including issuing instructions and emergency plans covering all scenarios to ensure operational continuity and rapid response.
Price Regulation and Site Blocking
Pricing: Al-Khateeb clarified that the TRC does not regulate service prices for subscribers, as this falls outside its jurisdiction. Any observed violations are reported to the Competition Directorate at the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Website Blocking: She described the blocking of websites as a routine procedure. The commission regularly instructs telecom companies to block specific content, including:
Fraud and scam risks.
Illegal electronic activities.
Pornographic content.
