Egypt Participates in the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha
The eyes of the telecommunications and technology sector are on the Qatari capital, Doha, as Eng. Raafat Hendi, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, departed Cairo on a two-day official visit to represent Egypt at the International Telecommunication Union Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26), taking place from November 9 to 27. The event features high-level participation, including representatives of governments and member states, ITU leadership, regulatory authorities, tech company executives, research institutions, universities, and international organizations shaping the global future of the sector.
Setting Strategic Directions and Electing Global Leadership
The PP-26 conference holds a pivotal position among international forums. Its core responsibilities include establishing the ITU's strategic directions, approving its direct plans and budgets, electing council members and executive leadership, and reviewing international policies supporting digital transformation and telecom infrastructure development.
An Anticipated Speech Reflecting Egypt's Digital Transformation Vision
Eng. Raafat Hendi is scheduled to address the conference's plenary session. Egypt's speech will highlight key achievements in the Egyptian telecommunications and IT sector, outline the ministry's future digital transformation plans, and showcase Cairo's vision for strengthening international cooperation under the ITU umbrella.
An Intensive Agenda of Bilateral Meetings to Enhance Partnerships
On the sidelines of the conference, the Minister will hold a series of bilateral talks with several ministers, government officials, and heads of international organizations. These meetings aim to unlock new avenues for joint partnership, exchange expertise in modern technologies, and coordinate positions on issues of mutual interest within the ITU.