International telecommunications
The telecommunications sector is globally networked and internationally oriented accordingly. The rapid development of technical innovations, the globalisation of markets and worldwide liberalisation and privatisation efforts make access to cross-border electronic communications networks and services indispensable in order to ensure international competitiveness and the attractiveness of Switzerland as a business location. The access of the Swiss population and economy to diverse, inexpensive, high-quality telecommunication services, both at national and international level, is only possible by taking into account the international environment.