32TS.28

 

28. PROJECT FOR HIGH-SPEED 5G WIRELESS INTERNET IN ANGKOR:

The group of the ad hoc experts:
a) Recalls that, regarding the ongoing 4G communication antenna installation project, it has already warned of the dangers to the authenticity and integrity of the World Heritage Site and recommended minimizing the installation of antennas;
b) Points out that the experts do not see any need to adopt this new 5G technology in Angkor Park;
c) Does not understand why it is proposed to test 5G technology in a protected site and subject to norms and requirements because of its inscription on the World Heritage List;
d) Advises against, therefore, the implementation in Angkor of this project, the benefits of which are still theoretical at present and unproven.