Government to examine specific strategies after the spread of “5G” Oct. 30 5:19
Regarding the next generation communication standard “5G”, the Japanese government is behind Japan overseas, but if everything is connected to the network in the future, it can be recovered in fields where Japan has strengths such as robot technology and autonomous driving. I decided to consider a specific strategy.
Overseas companies dominate the number of patents related to high-speed and large-capacity next-generation communication standards “5G”, and the world share of communication semiconductors used in smartphones is Japanese companies are behind the scenes, accounting for 80% in Taiwan.
Regarding this, the government's future investment conference held on the 29th said that a private lawmaker said, “When 5G spreads, everything such as home appliances, cars, and medical devices will be connected via a network. Opportunities were given, such as “There is a chance to recover in an industrial field where Japan has strengths.”
In response, Prime Minister Abe stated, “It is necessary to work with manufacturers of finished products such as automobiles and industrial machinery, which have international competitiveness, and to consider national projects that bring together Japan's technological capabilities.” Instructed relevant ministers to consider appropriate strategies.