Turkey sees strong growth in fibre internet: 10.7 million subscribers
Turkey’s digital infrastructure is taking a significant step forward, marked by a sharp rise in the number of fibre internet subscribers.
The latest figures show that the number of fibre internet connections in the country has climbed to 10.7 million, an impressive 22 per cent increase over the past year.
This growth highlights Turkey' s ongoing commitment to strengthening its digital capacity and increasing accessibility for the wider population. At the same time, the total number of broadband internet subscribers in Turkey has reached 100.8 million.
This represents an annual increase of 3.6 per cent.
These developments illustrate a broader trend towards enhanced digital connectivity and reflect the vital importance of high-speed internet as a fundamental service for both households and businesses alike. The growth in fibre internet is particularly significant because fibre-optic technology enables far higher speeds and more stable connections compared to traditional broadband technologies.
This is crucial for supporting Turkey’s ambitions regarding digital transformation, which encompass everything from e-government services to the development of smart cities and improved digital education.
The increased capacity also helps to meet the demands of an increasingly digitised economy. The expansion of fibre infrastructure is a key component in the modernisation of the country’s communication networks.
With more fibre subscribers, a larger portion of the population can benefit from improved access to information, entertainment, and essential digital services.
This stimulates innovation and helps to reduce the digital divide between various regions. A robust digital infrastructure is essential for Turkey’s economic competitiveness.
It enables Turkish companies to participate more effectively in the global digital economy, supports the growth of technology firms, and attracts foreign investment.
High internet speeds are fundamental for sectors such as finance, logistics, manufacturing, and the burgeoning technology sector. Furthermore, investments in high-speed fibre-optic networks position Turkey as an important player in the region, potentially facilitating collaboration with international partners such as the EU and NATO.
The expansion of fibre internet connectivity is not merely a technological achievement, but a strategic investment in the country' s future growth and prosperity. Source: TRT Haber
Source: TRT Haber
