emerging broadband market and the relevant policy agenda in japan
Yasu TaniwakiEmbassy of Japan, Washington D.C.
Introduction
This paper outlines the recently emerging broadband market in Japan and to overview the policy agenda corresponding to the fast changing market environment. At the present time, Japan is one of the most advanced countries in broadband services, and is thus forced to address new policy issues caused by the transition from PSTNs (Public Switched Telephone Networks) to IP (Internet Protocol) Networks.
This paper, first of all, presents an overview of the current status of the Japanese broadband market. Based...