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New study highlights telecom operators’ critical role in keeping Europe’s networks secure and resilient

The study identifies several structural and operational challenges, and suggests targeted policy actions to further strengthen security and resilience.

Joint Statement by Connect Europe & KTOA

The Korea Telecommunications Operators Association (KTOA) and Connect Europe announced a joint statement in Seoul today, focusing on establishing reliable networks and creating a sustainable investment environment in the AI era.

Telecom Leaders meet EVP Virkkunen and EVP Séjourné to advance Europe’s Digital Competitiveness through Resilient Connectivity

Brussels, 24 September 2025 – Yesterday, Connect Europe convened a delegation of CEOs from Europe’s leading connectivity providers for two high-level exchanges with the European Commission: a working breakfast with Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen and a bilateral meeting with Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné.

Telecom leaders commit to tech leadership for a competitive and secure Europe

Statement by the 8 telecom CEOs attending the FT-Connect Europe Forum.

Europe’s telecoms sector urges a forward-looking approach to mergers to drive investment and innovation across the EU

Brussels, 4 September 2025 – Connect Europe and the GSMA, the industry associations representing Europe’s telecoms operators, call for strategic reform of competition policy in a joint response to the European Commission consultation on the Review of the Merger Guidelines.

Maintaining a high level of ambition in telecom reform is essential to EU competitiveness

Brussels, 23 July 2025 - Letter by European Telecom CEOs

Connect Europe welcomes Ukrtelecom, strengthening ties beyond the EU borders

Ukrtelecom joins Connect Europe as a Full Member, following endorsement by the General Assembly of the association representing the leading providers of connectivity networks and services in Europe.