MWC Shanghai is GSMA's flagship mobile industry event in Asia. The 2026 edition (MWC26) successfully convened thousands of leaders in technology, business, and policy under the theme of "The IQ Era," with headline discussions on AI-driven networks, 6G innovation, and the convergence of connectivity and intelligence. The next edition, MWC27 Shanghai, runs June 23-25, 2027 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, building on the momentum of the most successful MWC Shanghai to date. The event draws 250+ exhibitors and 40,000+ attendees from over 120 countries, making it the most important annual gathering for the Asian mobile ecosystem and its global partners.

The exhibition floor brings together the full telecom value chain -- from chipmakers like Qualcomm and infrastructure leaders like Huawei, to operators such as China Mobile, and a growing roster of AI and cloud companies. MWC26 introduced the first-ever GLOMO Awards Asia, recognizing breakthrough mobile innovations across the continent. Keynote stages feature CEOs and CTOs from the world's largest carriers and vendors, while specialized tracks dive into 5G-Advanced, 6G research, edge computing, IoT, and AI-native network architectures. For overseas telecom executives and equipment buyers, MWC Shanghai is the annual gateway to China's rapidly evolving mobile technology landscape.

5G-Advanced and 6G -- Network evolution roadmaps, spectrum policy, mmWave deployment, and early 6G research from leading vendors.

AI-Native Networks -- AI embedded into RAN, core networks, and operations -- from intelligent traffic management to predictive maintenance.

Cloud and Edge Computing -- Distributed cloud, edge AI inference, MEC, and network slicing for enterprise use cases.

Internet of Things (IoT) -- Massive IoT, cellular IoT (NB-IoT / LTE-M), industrial IoT platforms, and smart city connectivity.

Mobile AI and Intelligent Devices -- On-device AI, AI-powered smartphones, wearables, and intelligent agents reshaping mobile experiences.

Digital Infrastructure and Sustainability -- Energy-efficient networks, green base stations, and mobile's role in climate monitoring.

Enterprise Digital Transformation -- Private 5G, industry 4.0 connectivity, connected vehicles, and smart manufacturing solutions.

Cybersecurity and Trust -- Zero-trust architectures, data privacy, and regulatory compliance in the 5G/6G era.

Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Pudong

Address: 2345 Longyang Road, Pudong, Shanghai, China

Location: Close to Pudong International Airport and Longyang Road metro hub

Highlights: MWC26 hosted the debut GLOMO Awards Asia and co-located ZTE Global Summit and GSMA M360 ASEAN

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