Russia could start issuing licenses for 3G standard mobile communication services in 2006, Information Technologies & Communications Minister Leonid Reyman said at a press conference on Monday. “Since the number of telephones is comparable to the number of people, operators need to think about increasing revenue through new services,” he said.

The mechanisms and principles for introducing 3G technology in Russia will depend on recommendations from the 3G Association, Reyman said.

Via: Interfax