ITU160: Messages from around the world

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Explore this page to read inspiring words, memories, and hopes for the future of digital connectivity, submitted by individuals from across the globe. Together, we celebrate ITU’s journey and the strides made towards universal meaningful connectivity.



Rongming Wu

wurongming2022@163.com, China

Wishes for realization of the vision and mission of ITU can be seen everywhere and benefit to everyone in vast rural area of China by 2030.

David Cox

Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL), Saint Lucia

ECTEL congratulates the ITU for 160 years of championing global connectivity and shaping the digital future of nations big and small. The ITU’s support has been especially vital to the growth and development of the Eastern Caribbean region. Happy 160th Anniversary, ITU! 

Ounfanatt Edui Moka

ITU, Niger

Celebrating 160 years of ITU! Honored to drive digital progress in LDCs, LLDCs & SIDS—where the impact is greatest. Together, we’re building skills, strategies, and opportunities. The future is digital, and it must be inclusive. Let’s keep pushing for meaningful connectivity for all.

Ariuntuul Purevchuluun

Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Communications, Mongolia

Warmest congratulations from Mongolia on the 160th anniversary of the International Telecommunication Union! We celebrate ITU’s remarkable legacy in connecting the world and fostering digital development. Mongolia remains committed to working together for a more inclusive digital future!

Ekaterine Imedadze

Georgian National Communications Commission, Georgia

Cheers to 160 years of ITU! A lighthouse of innovation and progress. Your legacy empowers the world to connect, communicate and create. @ComCom Georgia we proudly celebrates this milestone and honored to partner for a brighter digital future. Happy Anniversary to the pioneers of our digital age!

Chinzorig Gonchig

Communications Regulatory Commission of Mongolia, Mongolia

On behalf of the Communications Regulatory Commission of Mongolia, and in my personal capacity,
I extend heartfelt congratulations to the International Telecommunication Union
on its remarkable 160th anniversary.

Warmest congratulations from Mongolia!

Gonchig Chinzorig

Farkhani

ITU, Indonesia

Heartfelt congratulations on 160 years of championing global connectivity. Let us continue working together to bridge the digital divide and ensure that no one is left behind!

Jocelle Batapa-Sigue

Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Philippines

Thank you ITU for 160 years of leadership in connecting the world. The Philippines is honored to be a member for the last 113 years and to be currently sitting in the ITU Council. Cheers to another hundred years and more!!!

David Cox

Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL), Saint Lucia

ECTEL congratulates the ITU for 160 years of championing global connectivity and shaping the digital future of nations big and small. The ITU’s support has been especially vital to the growth and development of the Eastern Caribbean region. Happy 160th Anniversary, ITU! 

Kirill Zalessky

The Ministry of Communications and Informatization of the Republic of Belarus, Belarus

Уважаемые коллеги!
Этот праздник – повод выразить признательность за высочайший профессионализм и самоотдачу ко всем, кто работает в сфере электросвязи и ИТ.
Желаю новых профессиональных побед и смелых новаторских решений! Вместе мы создаем цифровое будущее, в котором есть место для каждого!

Osita Odafi

Globacom, Nigeria

Celebrating 160 years of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) — a legacy of uniting the world through technology and innovation. Here’s to continued progress in global connectivity and digital transformation! #ITU160 #ConnectingTheWorld

Yale Li

World Digital Technology Academy, Switzerland

WDTA celebrates ITU’s 160th anniversary! Honoring its legacy of global connectivity, we commit to advancing ethical tech and inclusive access for a shared digital future.

Ana Sepulveda

Independent Consultant, Germany

Congratulations to ITU on 160 years of bringing people together, transforming economies, and building more informed and connected societies through the power of technology and digital innovation. Thinking of all who have been part of this journey, especially my dear ITU friends in Geneva and NYC!

Roberta, Hakme

Anatel, Brazil

160 years of such great work and importance is something huge!!!
May the next 160 years be even greater!!!
Happy birthday for the ITU, its staff and all of the countries involved in its history!!! 🙂

CASTELO-APPLETON JOSE MANUEL

APPLETON PRIVATE UNIVERSITY, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

On behalf of Appleton Private University, we extend our warmest congratulations to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on its 160th anniversary. This milestone is a testament to the ITU's enduring commitment.

Reine, Essobmadje

Digital Coalition, Cameroon

Technology has changed the way we communicate. In the era of Homo Communicatus and the abundance of diverse technologies, the ITU stands as a strong pillar and foundational body for an inclusive and sustainable information society. Cheers to 160 more years of innovation!

‘Gbenga Sesan

Paradigm Initiative, Nigeria

My career story is incomplete without ITU’s Africa 2001 Youth Fellowship. Fresh out of school as an engineering graduate, I had hopes for the new millennium’s technology promise but what I knew was the theory of what could be. The fellowship helped me with the practical reality! Happy Birthday, ITU!

Tatiana Valovaya

United Nations at Geneva (UNOG), Switzerland

The ITU is playing a very important, and key role in the implementation of the Global Digital Compact, which is part of the Pact for the Future. It aims to bridge the technological divide, which - if it deepens - could lead to new inequalities.

Achim Steiner

United Nations Development Programme, United States of America

We commend ITU's unwavering commitment to ensuring a more inclusive and connected world for all. ​From SDG Digital to our various flagship initiatives advancing digital for development, the UNDP-ITU collaboration demonstrates the power of digital cooperation in the UN and beyond.

Celeste Saulo

World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Switzerland

Innovation and multilateralism unite us. We work together for the delivery of early warnings that travel across borders and networks –protecting lives, empowering action, and building resilience.

Masahiko Metoki

Universal Postal Union (UPU), Switzerland

The UPU congratulates the ITU ​on 160 years of driving global connectivity and appreciates ​our long-term collaboration through the wide postal network to ensure no one is left behind in an increasingly connected world.

Sanda Ojiambo

United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), United States of America

ITU’s 160 years of innovation ​drive global development. ​The UN Global Compact salutes ​ITU for its vital role in connecting the world and fostering cooperation. Congratulations!

Arsenio Dominguez

International Maritime Organization (IMO)​, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Connectivity at sea is vital for seafarers, safety and global trade. ITU and IMO’s continued collaboration ensures the protection of vital maritime frequencies and resilient communications, aligning with technology developments.

Pamela Coke-Hamilton​

International Trade Centre (ITC), Switzerland

At ITC, we value ITU’s 160-year legacy that has shaped the digital foundations small businesses now rely on to connect, compete and grow.

Daren Tang​​

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Switzerland

ITU strives to enhance digital ​access and global connectivity – foundations essential for WIPO ​to support the world’s innovators ​in moving their ideas to market ​and ensuring that IP works for everyone, everywhere.