The path towards 5G requires innovative R&D, cross country collaborations and contribution from the local talent pool As nations around the world continue the race to advance connectivity, the road towards 5G has not been a linear one. Access to connectivity today is imperative as a lifeline for people – whether it is working and learning remotely or staying connected to the people we love, many of us can relate from personal experience that connectivity has allowed us to bridge distances in the last year.