National Broadband Networks of Malaysia, India, Indonesia and Australia: A Comparative Study

R.L. Gunaratne, V. Ilavarasan P, S. Fernando and I. Kholilul Rohman

Competition and Regulation in Network Industries, 2015, vol. 16, issue 1, 23-47

Abstract: This paper presents a comparison of national broadband networks (NBNs) of four different countries – Malaysia, India, Indonesia and Australia – by describing their rationale, scope, funding, technology and current status. The networks are analyzed for their cost effectiveness, demand stimulation, conduciveness for competition and technology. The networks are fiber based and are implemented by the incumbent as in Malaysia or a special purpose vehicle which is led by the incumbent as in India. Across the four countries, there are differences in terms of funding, implementation entity, point of access by the network, period of implementation and the objectives. The paper is expected to help policy makers in the developing world in devising plans that ensure open access to the networks and promote fair competition.

Date: 2015
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