Ofcom signs joint statement on international telecommunications cooperation
Ofcom has signed a joint statement with telecommunications regulators from the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, establishing a framework for enhanced international cooperation in response to evolving threats in the telecommunications sector. The statement, agreed on 6 November 2025, commits the five nations to regular annual convenings for information exchange on global security challenges, emerging threats, and regulatory developments. The signatories have agreed to enhanced cooperation on network reliability, integrity and security, including efforts to prevent exploitation of telecom resources such as Global Titles. The framework includes information sharing on emerging threats and fraud techniques, such as SMS blasters, and risks arising from artificial intelligence use in telecommunications. The parties will promote best practices in network defence, including cooperation on international standards relating to Privileged Access Workstations and collaboration on supply chain security for critical telecommunications infrastructure, including subsea cable infrastructure and radio frequency devices. The agreement aims to explore harmonisation opportunities and coordinated regulatory approaches to reduce regulatory friction and ensure secure networks.