Nationalnetzen
Nationalnetzen is a term used in policy and academic discourse to describe coordinated, country-scale networks that underpin a nation’s essential communication, data, and infrastructure services. The concept emphasizes systems designed, operated, or regulated to serve national interests, often within frameworks of sovereignty, resilience, and security. While the wording is German in origin, the idea appears in global discussions about digital infrastructure and critical infrastructure protection.
Scope and components commonly associated with Nationalnetzen include telecommunications backbones, core data centers, national emergency communication
Governance and policy context vary by country but typically feature a mix of public oversight, regulatory frameworks,
There is no single universal definition or global governing body for Nationalnetzen. The term serves as a