WorldPosted at: Feb 24 2026 12:53PM


Palau launches first-ever open RAN deployment in the Pacific

Washington, Feb 24 (UNI) The Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC) has announced the selection of three US suppliers to deploy Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) technology nationwide, marking the first implementation of its kind in the Pacific region.
The milestone places Palau at the forefront of telecommunications innovation among Pacific Island nations and establishes a regional benchmark for secure, trusted, and resilient digital infrastructure. As the Pacific’s first Open RAN network, the initiative highlights Palau’s leadership in advancing next-generation connectivity across geographically dispersed island states.
The new network will strengthen secure 4G and 5G services, enhance digital supply chain resilience, and create expanded commercial opportunities for American technology providers. By diversifying vendors and improving interoperability, Open RAN reduces dependence on single suppliers while increasing network flexibility and security, a critical advancement for Pacific nations seeking trusted infrastructure solutions in an evolving geopolitical environment.
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