Nine leading global 6G research and industry groups, including the University of Oulu’s 6G Flagship, have signed the Delhi Declaration to establish shared principles for the development of future wireless networks. Coordinated by India’s Bharat 6G Alliance, the agreement outlines nine core tenets emphasizing security, openness, interoperability, energy efficiency, and global digital inclusion. The signatories commit to fostering international cooperation across land, sea, air, and space while prioritizing long-term sustainability and the equitable distribution of 6G benefits. This landmark consensus serves as a strategic foundation for upcoming standardization efforts, aiming to ensure 6G evolves as a global public good rather than a fragmented commercial or geopolitical asset.
Keywords: Delhi Declaration, interoperability, sustainability, secure standards, digital divide