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ITU-T is leading efforts to improve the capacity over the 2013-2016 study period, incorporating new services
of developing countries to participate in the such as a mentoring programme for ITU-T newcomers to learn
development and implementation of ICT standards, from experienced delegates, as well as hands-on training in
using the vehicle provided by ITU’s Bridging the effective participation in ITU standardization work. The study
Standardization Gap (BSG) programme. period also saw the delivery of guidelines to establish national
standardization secretariats to coordinate participation in ITU-T
The disparity between developing and developed countries standardization.
in their standards capability continues to be a factor in the
persistence of the digital divide. This disparity diminishes
opportunities for economic development and technological
innovation. ITU’s BSG programme had gained in strength

“ ITU’s efforts to bridge the standardization gap

ensure that important ideas and contributions from all

corners of the globe lead to intelligent dialogue and
consensus towards quality global ICT standards. ”

Kwame Baah-Acheamfuor Chairman of ITU-T Study Group 12

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