Addressing the e-waste challenge through international knowledge exchange: study tour in Colombia

In a significant step towards digital sustainability, technical representatives gathered in Bogotá, Colombia, from 6 to 9 October 2025, for a study tour focused on e-waste regulation — combining on-site engagement with remote contributions to foster shared learning and policy innovation. The tour was part of the International Exchange Initiative on Regulating E-waste and Engaging Tech Companies, a joint project of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), through its Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), and the Government of Colombia, through the Presidential Agency for International Cooperation of Colombia (APC). Discover more

Telecom centre advances digital development in CIS countries

The International Research, Development and Testing Centre for new equipment, technologies, and services (IRDTC) is driving digital progress across the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) with new activities supporting the sustainable growth of telecommunications networks. Recent efforts include wireless equipment testing, a regional forum on future networks, a study tour for the project team, and the piloting of a technology that improves voice call quality and connection times. Discover more

Turning mobile networks into lifelines: Early Warnings for All reaches more countries in 2025

In 2025, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) continues to assist countries in strengthening early warning systems to ensure that no one is left unprotected when disaster strikes. This work is carried out under the framework of the United Nations Secretary-General’s Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative. Discover more

Foresight briefs offer strategic guidance for digital development

The Digital Innovation Board launched three new foresight briefs during its third meeting on 1–2 October to help countries anticipate and prepare for coming challenges in the digital age. Developed under the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development, these foresight briefs envision equitable futures, guide the development of future scenarios, and help shape digital ecosystems that are competitive and ready for emerging trends while positioning the Board as a global think tank. Discover more