10 Best Telecom Dividend Stocks to Buy Now The telecommunications sector plays a key role in running governments, businesses, and keeping people connected across the world. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of the telecom sector not only in the global economy but also the everyday life of an average individual. According to the International Telecommunication Union, there were more than 4 billion with access to the internet last year, most of whom were in developing countries. However, the number represents less than half of the world population and efforts are being made to improve access to telecommunications in underprivileged societies.