The EU Commission proposes a draft Gigabit Infrastructure Act to fast-track the deployment of very high-capacity fixed and mobile connectivity and replace the Broadband Cost Reduction Directive

In Short The Situation: The European Commission has presented three initiatives to transform the connectivity sector on 23 February 2023 (the "Connectivity Package"). The State of Play: The European Commission has proposed a draft Gigabit Infrastructure Act ("GIA") proposal that would come as an EU regulation, including a set of measures to fast-track the deployment of very high-capacity fixed and mobile connectivity, including 5G. It would replace the "Broadband Cost Reduction Directive." In parallel, the Commission has also launched a public consultation that addresses the infrastructure type and the amount of investments required to drive digital transition; and issues a recommended proposal regarding access conditions to electronic communications networks by operators with