Topic of Discussion
The ITU Council Working Group on International Internet-related Public Policy Issues (CWG-Internet) is holding an open consultation on the following topic and questions:
The developmental aspects to strengthen the Internet1. How relevant multilateral and multi-stakeholder processes, including but not limited to UN-based processes such as Summit of the Future, WSIS+20 and the IGF, could address aspects related to Internet development?
2. What are the challenges and opportunities, good practices and favourable policy environments to strengthen the Internet, including in areas such as:
- fostering meaningful connectivity
- equitable access for all
- promoting a secure and resilient Internet
- achieving universal access
- the deployment of IPv6
- using satellite communication to reach remote and underserved remote areas
- ensuring services are affordable for people
- promoting digital inclusion and skills
- fostering multi-stakeholder participation and
- encouraging public and private sector investment in Internet infrastructure.
3. How can we promote international multistakeholder cooperation on public policy issues that are focused on promoting the development aspects of the Internet?
The CWG-Internet invites all stakeholders to submit contributions on this topic. |
Useful Information and Instructions:
Information on the Online Open Consultation
Online Open Consultations are launched by the CWG-Internet and are held throughout the period between two successive CWG-Internet meetings. This process gives an opportunity to all stakeholders from all nations to express their views with regard to the topic(s) under discussion.
Note: Contributions to this round of Open Consultations can be submitted through the online form, where you will also find more detailed guidelines on the submission process. Kindly note that the deadline for responses is 3 September 2024.
This Online Open Consultation will be followed by a Physical Open Consultation meeting on 3 October 2024 at ITU Headquarters in Geneva. [Note: This meeting is conducted in English only. More information to follow.]
Discussions during the Physical Open Consultation meeting will be based on the responses received during the Online Open Consultation process, which will be consolidated in a single document ("Compilation Document").
At the Physical Open Consultation meeting, respondents to the Online Open Consultation will have the opportunity to present their submitted views and to have a fruitful discussion with the other participants, including Members of the CWG-Internet.
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