On February 5, 1998, the protocol entered into force. This World Telecommunications Agreement demands that participating states liberalize their markets. They are allowed some leeway to implement...

On February 5, 1998, the protocol entered into force. This World Telecommunications Agreement demands that participating states liberalize their markets. They are allowed some leeway to implement universal access in ways they deem desirable, but significant qualifications in the agreement seriously limit national political space.