ITU's 160 anniversary

Connecting the world and beyond

ITU Telecommunication Development Sector

WTDC-25

The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), hosted by the Government of Azerbaijan is taking place in Baku from 17 to 28 November 2025. Learn more

ITU Facts and Figures 2025

Global number of Internet users increase, but disparities deepen key digital divides. Read more.

BDT4Impact: Delivering the Kigali Action Plan

Delivering lasting universal and meaningful connectivity worldwide. Explore the report.

Global Youth Celebration (GYC-25)

The ITU Global Youth Celebration (GYC-25) took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 16 November 2025, under the theme "Voices of Youth: Shaping the Digital Future". Learn more

In the Spotlight

Gokina SMart Village
  • ITU-D projects: BDT has longstanding experience in the execution and implementation of projects in ICT for Development.
  • ITU-D Digital Transformation Framework: The framework supports countries in accelerating digital transformation through a strategic four-phase engagement process to ensure no one is left behind.
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