Movistar Colombia
Mexico
Telecommunications: Mexico allows up to 49 percent FDI in companies that provide telecommunications networks and services. There is no limit on FDI in companies providing cellular services. Several large U.S. and international telecom companies are active in Mexico. AT&T is partnered with Alestra, while MCI WorldCom maintains a minority share of Avantel. SBC has entered into a deal with Telmex on international roaming and wireless Internet access. Spain’s Telefonica Movistar purchased Bell South’s Latin America business and plans to invest USD 1.5 billion between 2003 and 2006 to expand its GSM network and compete head-on with the dominant cellular player, Telcel. Shares of Telmex, Mexico's dominant land-line carrier and former state monopoly, are traded on the New York Stock Exchange. ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
The three most-used cellular telephone providers in Caracas are CANTV, Movistar, and Digitel. Cell phones are becoming more and more popular in Venezuela, and most Caraqueños carry and use them frequently. Because public pay telephones are not always easily accessible, the Embassy recommends the use of cell phones for those who travel around the city or country. They are especially handy in the event of emergency, when traveling outside of the city, or to obtain directions if you get lost driving in Caracas (for most, this is not an unusual experience). Also, some areas outside the city may not have normal telephone service, but cellular service may be available. Cellular telephones are widely available in Caracas. If you plan to bring a cellular telephone to use in Venezuela, it must comply with local technical standards (analog telephones: NAMPS technology; digital telephones: CDMA, with EVRC decoder, in the 800 MHZ band range). ... [Read More]
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