"For several years, the GSMA has been one of the co-organizers of the World Internet Conference, and we have seen the incredible power of collaboration and partnership that shape the development of mobile internet. I cannot wait to see even more collaborations, deeper discussions, stronger partnerships, as well as the incredible innovations that will emerge from this new structure," said John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd. at the WIC's inaugural ceremony in Beijing, on July 12.