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GSMA Mobile Economy Asia Pacific 2026 Report

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 10, 2026

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Attention
2
Articles
8
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The report signals strong growth and investment in the MSCI Asia Pacific Index mobile sector, with a projected 40% increase in economic contribution and over US$200 billion in capital expenditure, which could boost investor confidence in telecom operators and related technology companies. The emphasis on AI, digital trust, and digital sovereignty may drive increased spending on infrastructure and security, benefiting companies in those segments.

Telecommunications Technology Mobile
Event Summary

The GSMA released its Mobile Economy MSCI Asia Pacific Index 2026 report in Kuala Lumpur on August 10, 2026, projecting that mobile technologies and services will contribute US$1.4 trillion to the MSCI Asia Pacific Index economy by 2030, a 40% increase from the US$1 trillion generated today. The report highlights four converging priorities shaping the region's digital future: the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), declining digital trust, demand for resilient digital infrastructure, and growing interest in digital sovereignty. Key findings include 5G connections forecast to reach 1.5 billion by 2030 (50% of all mobile connections), operators expected to invest over US$200 billion in capital expenditure between 2025 and 2030, the mobile ecosystem supporting 18 million jobs in 2025, and over 700 million adults remaining offline despite mobile broadband coverage. The report also notes that the proportion of consumers reporting being scammed in ASEAN increased from 31% in 2024 to 45% in 2025. The findings will be explored at M360 ASEAN 2026, scheduled for September 9-10 in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators. Notable speakers include Malaysia's Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil, ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn, Telkom Indonesia's President Director Dian Siswarini, and Vodafone Business International's President Jitendra Singh (politician).

Entities Involved
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GSMA
The GSMA authored and released the report, positioning itself as a key industry authority and driving the narrative on mobile economy growth and digital priorities.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 60.0
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MSCI Asia Pacific Index
The region is the focus of the report, with projected economic contribution of US$1.4 trillion by 2030, indicating robust growth and investment opportunities.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 70.0
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ASEAN
ASEAN is highlighted as a key area with rising scam rates and digital trust challenges, and will host M360 ASEAN to address these issues, potentially benefiting from collaborative digital initiatives.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Malaysia
Malaysia is the host country for the report release and M360 ASEAN, positioning itself as a regional digital hub and supporting the event through its ministers.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 55.0
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Julian Gorman
As Head of MSCI Asia Pacific Index at GSMA, Julian Gorman is the primary spokesperson, articulating the report's findings and the industry's responsibilities.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Telkom Indonesia
Telkom Indonesia's President Director is a featured speaker at M360 ASEAN, reflecting the company's role in regional digital transformation and potential benefits from increased investment.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 50.0
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Vodafone
Vodafone Business International's President is a featured speaker, indicating the company's involvement in enterprise solutions and AI infrastructure, which may see growth.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 50.0
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Fahmi Fadzil
As Malaysia's Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil supports the event and emphasizes collaboration, potentially influencing national digital policy.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Kao Kim Hourn
As ASEAN Secretary-General, Kao Kim Hourn highlights the importance of regional collaboration for digital economy advancement.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 40.0
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Fadillah Yusof
As Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister, Fadillah Yusof is a keynote speaker, lending governmental support to the event.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 35.0
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Dian Siswarini
As President Director of Telkom Indonesia, Dian Siswarini represents a major operator and will discuss digital trust and AI-enabled growth.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 35.0
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Jitendra Singh (politician)
As President of Vodafone Business International, Jitendra Singh (politician) represents a global operator's enterprise arm, contributing to discussions on digital infrastructure.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 35.0
Relationships
MSCI Asia Pacific Index related ↔ Malaysia
ASEAN related ↔ Malaysia
ASEAN related ↔ Kao Kim Hourn
Malaysia related ↔ Fahmi Fadzil
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