KPN Telecommerce Internet division separated from the KPN Telecom in 2000. The Dutch Government is committed to promote competition in the telecom market. Mobile telephone service was liberalised in 1995 and the fixed telecommunications infrastructure was liberalised in 1996. OPTA, the Dutch independent regulator, is closely watching and stimulating competitive developments. With number portability since 1999 and carrier pre-selection in 2000, competition is increasing.
Prices are low for national calls and have decreased substantially for international calls.
KPN s market shares in other telephony markets are falling gradually, however.