A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between SONIC Labs of the UK and the Centre for Development of Telematics (CDOT) of India. The agreement focuses on the Open Radio Access Network  (RAN)-related policy and technical matters, including 5G Open RAN and Artificial Intelligence in 4G/5G. 

Apart from this, the High Commission of India (HCI) in partnership with the UK Technology Innovation Network (UKTIN) organized a Roundtable to explore avenues for cooperation between India and the UK. It received participation from key UK stakeholders from DSIT, leading business entities such as BT and Ericsson, and innovation hubs and centers, including SONIC Labs, UK Telecom Labs, TITAN, and JOINER.  

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India & UK Collab: Key Issues Discussed in Roundtable 

The Secretary (Telecom) of India visited the United Kingdom to engage with the Department of Science, Innovation, and Technology (DSIT), UK, and explore opportunities for collaboration in next-generation telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and space technology, further strengthening Indo-UK ties in these critical areas. Major areas of collaboration that have been identified by the various stakeholders in the telecom ecosystem of the UK remain to be: 

• Establishment of a Joint Centres of Excellence focusing on telecom cybersecurity, AI in telecom, and digital twins.
• Collaborative initiatives with British telcos to leverage mobile phone data for infrastructure planning, building upon India’s success in using such data for metro route planning.
• Joint contributions to ITU for the development of 6G standards (IMT 2030).
• Promoting the Indigenous 4G/5G telecom stack developed by CDOT.
• Advancing quantum communication solutions and submarine sea cable security.

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This visit highlighted the strong commitment of India and the UK to advancing innovation in telecom and digital infrastructure, setting the stage for deeper collaboration in next-generation connectivity. It also showcases India’s leadership in shaping global telecom policies, promoting AI-driven advancements, and fostering international partnerships for a more digitally inclusive future.