
The new communications standard will support autonomous vehicles, telemedicine, and industrial digitization.
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Russia has been working on rolling out fifth-generation mobile network standards.
MOSCOW, September 11. /TASS/. 5G communication has officially been launched in Russia on the instructions of President Vladimir Putin, the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media reported.
"5G technology is a comprehensive ecosystem designed for digital transformation of the economy. Its implementation will contribute not only to boosting mobile internet speeds," the ministry said.
This new communications standard can be used to control autonomous vehicles and robotic systems, to advance telemedicine, digitize industry, and serve other purposes.
The first stage involves 5G operation on frequencies previously assigned to operators for the LTE standard. Telecom companies have also received the 4.63-4.99 GHz frequency band for the fifth-generation standard. The band was allocated free of charge and in equal shares.
"[This] makes it possible to maintain a high level of competition and guarantee affordable tariffs," the ministry noted.

The Rosel holding (part of Rostec) has developed the Reaper modular anti-drone system, which includes electronic jamming and radar detection systems.

The Russian Ministry of Digital Development reports that Android users will soon access 5G networks, while iPhone support remains dependent on Apple's decision.

The Big Four telecom operators have launched a 5G network in 16 Russian cities, covering 10 million subscribers. The 5G icon on smartphones has been spotted in Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities.

Permits to visit Russian nature reserves and national parks will appear on the State Services portal. The Ministry of Digital Development and the Ministry of Natural Resources must connect institutions to the service before December 1, 2027 on behalf of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

The Ministry of Digital Development of the Russian Federation announced the launch of 5G communications in 16 cities of Russia for 10 million subscribers. The network is provided by four operators, and by the end of 2026, coverage will expand to another 50 cities.

Governor of the Kamchatka Territory Vladimir Solodov said that the new Russian Il-114-300 aircraft is of strategic importance for the region due to the aging fleet and the need to replace the An-26 and Yak-40, which provide communications with remote villages. The aircraft received a certificate in June 2026, 2.6 billion rubles were allocated for the modification of the first three aircraft, with delivery of one before the end of 2026 and two in 2027, and the release of six units is expected in 2028.