TOKYO -- The Japanese government will end the prohibition on drones accessing 5G high-speed wireless communications networks in fiscal 2024, Nikkei has learned, enabling higher-definition images for disaster relief and infrastructure inspections.
Sharper images seen aiding disaster relief and infrastructure inspections

The use of 5G-enabled devices in airspace is currently banned by Japan. (Photo by Masaki Fushii)
TOKYO -- The Japanese government will end the prohibition on drones accessing 5G high-speed wireless communications networks in fiscal 2024, Nikkei has learned, enabling higher-definition images for disaster relief and infrastructure inspections.