Abstract:

The fifth-generation (5G) mobile networks will open the era of the internet of everything, and the sixth generation(6G) mobile networks will open a new era of “intelligent connectivity of everything and digital twins”, realizing a wide range of intelligent interconnection of people, machines and things. As 6G technology research starts, the attention of representative countries is increasingly shifting towards 6G. They initiated 6G vision research, technology research, standard research by developing strategic plans, financial support, 6G projects and global cooperation, so as to enhance the international competitiveness of the 6G industry. This paper analyzes the layout and characteristics of 6G research in China, the United States, Europe, Japan, South Korea, etc., and makes several relevant policy recommendations on how to promote high-quality 6G research.

Key words: 6G, strategic plans, global cooperation