Global operator strategies - 14/06/06

China Telecom and China Netcom are rumoured to form a JV to build and run a future 3G network

Deutsche Telecom took control of Polska Telefonia Cyfrowa (PTC) in Poland, and held 97% stake in it, after an arbitration court in Vienna confirmed it has the right to purchase shares.

Vodafone CEO Arun Sarin will received the vote of 95% of shareholders, defeating rumors of shareholders rebellion at the next shareholders meeting.

34 European countries have committed in Riga, Latvia, to improving broadband coverage to 90%+

France Telecom is considering acquisitions in emerging markets in Africa and Asia/Pacific, and pursue pursue selective opportunities, according to its CEO.

The GSM Association unveiled a new initiative to accelerate the development of cheaper 3G handsets for the mass market.

Tele2 has increased its stake in Russian mobile phone operator Siberian Cellular to 100%.

Telecom Italia is interested in acquisitions to expand its internet business in Germany.

AOL UK race continues: BT seems out, BskyB could be the likely winner.