Terrestrial services for a safe digital future

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General

Terrestrial communications and digital transformation go hand in hand. Whether on land, at sea, or up to 50 kilometres above our heads, terrestrial radio services have helped connect countless communities across the globe, empowering them with opportunities to thrive now and into the future.

As we strive together to connect the remaining 2.7 billion amid a shifting technological landscape, terrestrial radio remains a key part of the equation.

From mobile broadband access through high-altitude platforms to the lifesaving disaster alerts at the heart of the Early Warnings for All Initiative, terrestrial radio can help us reach the remotest corners of our planet, build digital resilience worldwide, and ensure that technology’s transformative potential is shared sustainably and equitably.

All of this and more will be discussed at the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC‑23) in November and December in Dubai, UAE. The conference’s crucial updates to the Radio Regulations will help ensure current services can continue, while enabling the seamless integration of ground-breaking new technologies and applications.

This is an exciting time to be in terrestrial services.

Let’s use this moment to build a safe and sustainable digital future for all.

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