Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko announced that mobile operators will not be allowed to raise prices unchecked beyond the rate of inflation. The statement, reported by RIA News, emphasizes that the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) will monitor tariffs to ensure they remain fair and reasonable for consumers.
Chernyshenko stressed that protecting technological sovereignty requires domestic capacity to build and manage next-generation networks. He noted that a heavy responsibility will fall on the communications sector as efforts to develop advanced infrastructure continue.
In recent coverage, Tele2 started informing subscribers about planned price increases scheduled to take effect from January 2, 2024. Journalists reported adjustments of 60-70 rubles, representing roughly 10% or more of existing tariffs. The changes were expected to impact the Online Everywhere plan, which previously cost about 560 rubles per month and included 80 GB of data, 1000 minutes of calls, and 100 SMS.
Tele2 confirmed that some customers received notices about rising costs, stating that the regulation would apply only to archived tariffs. The company indicated that current customers on newer plans would see changes aligned with the regulatory framework.
In Russia, refurbished smartphones have seen a surge in popularity as part of a broader shift toward affordable access to technology and connectivity. The evolving telecom landscape continues to attract attention from policymakers and consumers alike, underlining the balance between price discipline and investment in future networks. Source: RIA News.