Chinese tech giants ZTE and China Mobile have successfully launched a 5G network in Kekexili, an uninhabited region known for its vast wildlife and ecological significance. Working in collaboration with the Sanjiangyuan National Park and China Tower, ZTE aims to revolutionize animal protection and ecological monitoring in the area.
The 5G network acts as an invisible shield, safeguarding the precious ecosystem of Kekexili. With real-time data transmission, the network enables efficient wildlife tracking and monitoring, particularly for the vulnerable Tibetan antelope maternity ward at Zhuonai Lake.
Previously reliant on satellite phones, park staff faced challenges ensuring their safety and conducting effective patrols. However, the new 5G network has eliminated these obstacles, allowing seamless communication and information exchange between the control station and patrol teams.
The 5G base station at Zhuonai Lake Protection Station, equipped with cutting-edge technology, operates even in the harsh and extreme conditions of Kekexili. It covers a wide radius of over 10 km and facilitates HD video uploads, supporting various environmental protection efforts.
China Mobile’s General Manager, Hu Bo, expresses the significance of extending 5G coverage to remote areas for environmental protection and integrated management of protected regions. The deployment of 5G is a crucial step towards achieving smart management in national parks, as stated by Sun Lijun, Deputy Director of Sanjiangyuan National Park Administration.
This groundbreaking initiative represents a collaborative effort to protect world heritage sites and promote environmental conservation and sustainable development. The 5G network provides a vital tool for the preservation of Kekexili’s unique ecosystem and ensures its connection to the global community.
A new study indicates progress in China’s 5G internet connectivity when combined with cloud, will create growth opportunities for Chinese service providers. Thus, the 5G technology has been gaining traction in various sectors in the country.
Earlier this year, China launched the world’s first 5G cruise ship, aiming to provide seamless multimedia interaction and reliable mobile connectivity for passengers and staff.
Moreover, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology had previously given China Mobile the green light to conduct trials of its 5G air-to-ground (5G-ATG) technology, which allows passengers on planes to access the internet and also expected to promote the development of smart aviation to meet the increasing demand for data transmission during flight.
Recently, China’s four major telecom operators have announced that they will jointly launch the world’s first 5G cross-network roaming trial commercial service in Xinjiang. which will allow users to access other telecom operators’ 5G networks when their own operator does not have 5G network coverage in a particular area.
