World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and achieving prosperity for all.

Digital technologies are crucial, capable of addressing 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, from climate change to poverty. However, significant digital gaps persist due to insufficient policies, investment, and skills, hindering progress globally.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UN agency for digital technologies, founded on this day, emphasizes the global need for digital innovation. Together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin announced over USD 9 billion in investment commitments from mobile operator groups on February 26, 2024. This significant pledge was made at the Mobile

ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin announced over USD 9 billion in investment commitments from mobile operator groups on February 26, 2024. This significant pledge was made at the Mobile World Congress (MWC).

The investments are dedicated to extending global connectivity, building on the mobile industry's strong support for the ITU's ongoing efforts to connect the world.

A World Radio Day 2024 podcast highlights radio's vital role in early warning and emergency services. Broadcast radio is a crucial public safety net, using its wide reach and portability to

A World Radio Day 2024 podcast highlights radio's vital role in early warning and emergency services. Broadcast radio is a crucial public safety net, using its wide reach and portability to deliver life-saving information before, during, and after disasters.

This special podcast features H.E Toelupe Poumulinkuku Onesemo, Doreen Bogdan-Martin (ITU Secretary-General), Mario Maniewicz (ITU Radiocommunication Bureau Director), and Timothy Ellam (International Amateur Radio Union President). Produced by Maximillian Jacobson – Gonzalez and written by Jennifer Macleod, this ITU Digital Production offers further information at www.itu.int.

This compilation features social media snapshots by ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin.

The images are from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, held

This compilation features social media snapshots by ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin.

The images are from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, held January 15-19, 2024.

Amid escalating climate emergencies and humanity's reliance on fossil fuels, this program, recorded at COP28, critically examines the global transition to clean energy. It addresses challenges and

Amid escalating climate emergencies and humanity's reliance on fossil fuels, this program, recorded at COP28, critically examines the global transition to clean energy. It addresses challenges and controversies, echoing UN Secretary-General António Guterres's dire warnings and the backdrop of geopolitical conflicts.

The discussion focuses on frontline activists, the needs of island nations, and international leadership in clean energy. Hosted by Raya Salter, with music by David Fesliyan and edited by Michael Barba.

For more information on our planet's state, visit the FacingFuture Library.

Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy-Secretary of ITU, recently asked Ulrika Francke, President of ISO, to explain the importance of Green Digital Action for ISO.

This discussion aligns with broader

Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy-Secretary of ITU, recently asked Ulrika Francke, President of ISO, to explain the importance of Green Digital Action for ISO.

This discussion aligns with broader initiatives such as #GreenDigitalAction and #COP28.

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas recently asked Subho Mukherjee, Nokia's VP Sustainability and Global Head of ESG, about the importance of Green Digital Action to the company.

This

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas recently asked Subho Mukherjee, Nokia's VP Sustainability and Global Head of ESG, about the importance of Green Digital Action to the company.

This discussion highlights Nokia's commitment to sustainable digital practices, aligning with global initiatives such as COP28.

Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy-Secretary of ITU, questioned Philippe Tuzzolino, Vice President Environment at Orange Group, regarding the significance of Green Digital Action for Orange.

This

Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy-Secretary of ITU, questioned Philippe Tuzzolino, Vice President Environment at Orange Group, regarding the significance of Green Digital Action for Orange.

This discussion highlights the importance of initiatives like #greendigitalaction, particularly in the context of events such as #cop28.

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas questioned Jeroen Kanselaar, Chairman of the FTTH Council Europe's Sustainability Committee.

Lamanauskas sought to understand the significance of

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas questioned Jeroen Kanselaar, Chairman of the FTTH Council Europe's Sustainability Committee.

Lamanauskas sought to understand the significance of Green Digital Action for Fiber to the Home (FTTH) initiatives.

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas engaged with Ayla Xin Chang, Vice President of Standardization and Industry Development at Huawei Technologies.

He questioned her on the importance of

ITU Deputy-Secretary Tomas Lamanauskas engaged with Ayla Xin Chang, Vice President of Standardization and Industry Development at Huawei Technologies.

He questioned her on the importance of Green Digital Action to Huawei.