In an economy characterized by the convergence of globalized commerce, widely available information and rapid technological progress, innovation and entrepreneurship are crucial factors in sustaining and growing U.S. competitiveness in the world.

FORBES: Innovate, Grow, Succeed: Staying Competitive in Today's Economy

Two factors, he said, had contributed to the success of the telecom industry: technological innovation in the mobile area and the adoption of liberal policies.

UNESCO: Communication and Information