Atsuko Okuda

Meet Waqas from Pakistan. An entrepreneur and trainer, reshaping digital inclusion. Through the @ITU–@Cisco Digital Transformation Centres Initiative at @VUPakistan, he teaches others to use tech. #BDT4Impact Learn more: itu.int/itu-d/sites/di…

On 5 Dec 2025, ITU moderated Session 1 Ministerial Dialogue at #DigitalGovernmentForum2025 with ministers from 🇰🇭, 🇧🇳, 🇵🇭 & 🇹🇱, discussing national digital initiatives and strategies for an inclusive digital future. We thank 🇰🇭 for their timely organization and continued support.

Explore the @ITU Global Connectivity Report 2025. The report findings point to sustained momentum with internet use expanding and digital divides narrowing. With universal access now within reach, our policy priorities must shift to improving the quality, reliability, and affordability of connectivity so that everyone can participate fully in the digital society. Download the report 👉🏼 itu.int/itu-d/reports/… #ITUdata

On 13 Nov, ITU joined a panel at the launch of Pakistan’s Digital Sector Roadmap, highlighting opportunities for the country’s digital future and ITU support through the Acceleration Centre at Ignite, Smart Villages Pakistan, and future collaboration.

On 18 Dec, ITU held a capacity-building workshop on #EWaste & #CircularEconomy at the National University of Mongolia, engaging academia & researchers to explore circular approaches for EEE.

One platform. 55 entities. All 750+ @UN AI activities. Explore how AI is shaping the work of our UN family worldwide in this new AI Resource Hub with #AIforGood initiatives, projects, and resources unaihub.aiforgood.itu.int

The ITU RO for Asia and the Pacific was delighted to welcome NBTC representatives for a courtesy visit to convey New Year greetings. During the meeting, we discussed further strengthening cooperation and collaboration in 2026. Thank you NBTC for your continued & generous support.

🌐 ITU joined the 6th ADGMIN & the 6th ADGSOM in Hanoi 🇻🇳 as Development Partner, reaffirming support for the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2030, elaborating the outcomes of WTDC 2025, and inviting ASEAN to the Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva and PP‑26 in Doha.

Join us in Maastricht this June for two @ITU-@UNUMERIT summer schools on: ▶️ Evidence-based digital policies to achieve universal and meaningful connectivity. ▶️ Digital and green transitions Funded by @EU_Partnerships. ⏰ Apply by 15 Feb & 1 Mar 👉 academy.itu.int/partners/capac…

ASEAN leaders’ adopt HANOI DIGITAL DECLARATION reaffirming their commitment to an inclusive+secure+ sustainable #digitaltransformation driving innovation, bridging the digital divide, and strengthening #digitalcooperation towards a digitally integrated, resilient, and people-centered ASEAN Community This commitment is fully aligned with #WSIS vision towards 2035. We look forward to working together with all @ASEAN Leaders to implement it.

Good discussion with @GauravRayRC, @UN Resident Coordinator in Bhutan on our work across the @UN system to support the country’s digitalization efforts, including in the areas of emergency telecommunications and cybersecurity, and to strengthen collaboration with key stakeholders at national level on digital development.

🇺🇳🇹🇭UNCT mtg @ITUAsiaPacific-thanks @aokuda for hosting 🙏🏻. Founded in 1865 to coordinate telegraphs (the tech. of its time), @ITU now sets global standards, from 🛰️satellites to 📲5G. Same mission, 160 yrs on: keeping world connected thru cooperation. 🤝Multilateralism matters.

E-waste puts our health, the planet, and our resources at risk. Learn how to cut down on e-waste and see the opportunities that smart e-waste management brings with the latest E-Waste Challenge MOOC basel.int/Implementation…

Let us travel to Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 where farmer & teacher Joseph Wotom is empowering his community with digital skills. With support from @ITUDevelopment & @STREITpng farmers are creating online marketplaces for spices like turmeric, opening new markets, boosting incomes and building sustainable livelihoods. #BDT4IMPACT #ITUWTDC

On 7–8 Aug, the 🇳🇵 National Consultation on #EW4All was held in Nagarkot with 120+ participants from govt, UN, partners & civil society. Under Pillar 3, ITU with MoCIT, @bbcmediaaction, NTA & partners identified gaps & drafted a roadmap for inclusive, trusted early warnings.

🌏 Join us in Delhi 🇮🇳 for the ITU-T SG3 Regional Group for Asia & Oceania meeting, 10–12 Sept 2025, hosted by @NCAFtraining, DoT India. Regulators, industry & academia will discuss OTTs, roaming, digital finance, data protection & more. More info 👉 itu.int/en/ITU-T/regio…

🍫🌍 Big leap for #PNG’s cocoa industry! The Cocoa MIS, developed by @ITU under #EUSTREITPNG with DICT PNG, handed to @CocoaBoardPNG. A digital backbone for data, traceability & growth. Thanks to EU, DICT, CBPNG & FAO for driving this! 🔗fao.org/in-action/eu-s…

🌱📚 Under #EUSTREITPNG, @ITU trained DAL reps & Cocoa Board officers from 22 provinces in PNG, showcasing MIS & LMS platforms. Hosted by @FAO in East Sepik, the event shared best practices in cocoa & vanilla value chains. Thanks EU, FAO, DAL & CBPNG!

At a moment defined by both disruption and opportunity, IAGDI-CRO brings together regulators and industry leaders, all united by one goal: shaping a digital world that is inclusive, resilient & sustainable. Many thanks to all participants for their collective contributions. #ITUGSR

🌏 Join the Asia-Pacific #EW4All Webinar to learn how institutional arrangements can build trust & drive sustainable early warning action. 📅 4 Sep 2025 | 11:00–12:00 GMT+7 🔗 Register: @0f9e35db-544f-4f60-bdcc-5ea416e6dc70" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/199759f8…