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Pleased to address today’s timely #WSIS session on collaborative innovation ecosystems for digital transformation, led by our ITU Development Sector Member CAICT🇨🇳. Innovation feeds on collaboration. We need a whole-of-ecosystem approach to power foresight and digital progress.

I was delighted to address the APT briefing meeting on #ITUWTDC-25 today. My sincere thanks to Asia-Pacific Telecommunity Secretary General Masanori Kondo for coordinating this valuable session, fostering constructive dialogue on key priorities for the upcoming conference.

Pleased to share that 160+ young women joined the Girls in ICT Nepal 2025 Coding Challenge organized by Int’l Telecommunication Union & Nepal Telecommunications Authority in Butwal & Dhangadhi to build digital skills. Thanks to Nepal Telecommunications Authority and partners for the support 🙏. Together, we shape an inclusive & empowered digital future.

Good meeting with the DoT India delegation led by Ms. Revathi Mannepalli. Grateful for India’s🇮🇳 invaluable collaboration in hosting the ITU Innovation Centre and Area Office, boosting innovation, strengthening capacities, and supporting triangular and South-South cooperation.

Great to meet Ms. Zhen Lin, Director of Int’l Cooperation at BIFNC🇨🇳. We discussed our work on innovation through the joint Acceleration Centre and the importance of knowledge exchange to strengthen capacities and advance more equitable digital development. #Innovation4Digital

On 10 June, ITU, alongside UNESCO, participated in an interactive panel organized by Mahidol University International College to discuss career pathways in digital development and the role of international organisations in advancing gender digital equity and digital inclusion.

Three things to know about #ITUWTDC-25: 🗺️It will chart a global roadmap for inclusive digital development 🎯It will speed up progress towards the #SDGs through digital 🤝It will bring together leaders for stronger digital cooperation Join us in Baku🇦🇿: itu.int/wtdc25

Interesting exchange with Mr. Prithvi Subba Gurung, Nepal's Minister of Communication and Information Technology🇳🇵. We explored how building digital capacities and tapping into the growing space economy can support Nepal’s sustainable development journey - on Earth and beyond.

Pleased to meet with Prof. NK Goyal, Chair of TEMA & President of CMAI & the Cyber Security Association of India 🇮🇳. We explored how stronger collaboration and knowledge exchange can help advance cybersecurity, accelerate digital transformation & close the digital divide for all.

On 26–27 April 2025, UNICEF celebrated #GirlsinICT Day Thailand with the STEM Teachers Networking event, gathering 320 educators from 73 provinces to share practices & strategies that empower girls and promote inclusive STEM education nationwide. 👩‍🏫📚

As more people come online, we must prioritize cybersecurity. At today’s #WSIS+20 session by CMAI🇮🇳, I emphasized the need for robust cybersecurity strategies and capacities that serve everyone. We can achieve this together through partnerships that foster sustainable change.

Int’l Telecommunication Union joined the #EW4All Roadmap Validation Workshop on 24–25 June in Dhaka 🇧🇩, supporting Pillar 3: warning dissemination & communication. Thanks to Sida, BTRC, MoDMR, DDM & all partners for driving inclusive early warning systems to protect every life. 📡📄

The ITU Innovation Centre in New Delhi is expanding its impact beyond India, advancing capacity-building & policy-shaping initiatives across Asia-Pacific. From Innovation Cafés to diverse training, it is driving tangible digital transformation: itu.int/go/O8EN #BDT4Impact

Good exchange with Mr. Abdul Karim Fakir Ali, Managing Director, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission MCMC🇲🇾. We explored how digital can empower youth and marginalized communities, support MSMEs and foster innovation capabilities, accelerating growth.

Academia is a key partner in achieving inclusive and sustainable digital transformation. Happy to meet Dr. Sopheap Seng, President of the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology🇰🇭, to discuss ITU-D academia membership and ways to promote innovation and share good practices.

This year, #ITUGSR - our go-to platform for digital regulators - turns 25!🎂 From market liberalization to AI governance - it has been at the forefront of regulatory evolution. 📄The full programme is now online. Register and join us in Riyadh🇸🇦: itu.int/gsr25

#WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025 charts path for a sustainable digital future that includes all itu.int/en/mediacentre… Global digital development community joins in Geneva to build on 20 years of using technology for human progress

Marking a significant milestone under the Smart Islands initiative, the final digital hub was launched in Nauru on 7 July! 🌐 Implemented with the Govt of Nauru, Department of ICT, and UNOPS, as part of the Joint SDG Fund 🇺🇳 Joint Programme in Micronesia. 🤝

Another successful workshop on Universal & Meaningful Connectivity was held in Koror 🇵🇼 on 24–26 June. Pacific SIDS reaffirmed their commitment to advancing high-quality connectivity for all. Thanks to Republic of Palau, @PalauBOC, EU International Partnerships 🇪🇺 & Joint SDG Fund 🇺🇳 for the support!

On 10 July, 200+ girls with disabilities joined the Inclusive ICT Workshop in Nepal 🇳🇵 as part of Girls in ICT Day Nepal 2025, gaining essential digital skills, confidence, and a strong sense of community in a safe, empowering space. A milestone for digital inclusion! 💻🌐