Bulgaria strengthens cybersecurity ties across Europe and the Mediterranean

Bulgaria has been a strong collaborator in bolstering cybersecurity resilience in Europe while fostering cooperation with other regions, including Arab countries in the Mediterranean. As part of the ITU Regional Initiatives, Bulgaria hosted six ITU cybersecurity forums for Europe between 2008 and 2024 that paved the way for large-scale events; these have included the ITU Cybersecurity Forum and CyberDrill for Europe and the Mediterranean, a 2024 gathering that featured a cybersecurity forum, technical training workshops, and cyber exercises. Discover more

Uganda strengthens digital competitiveness through international ICT partnership

More than 6,000 Ugandans—including government officials, youth, and entrepreneurs—took part in training sessions on digital literacy, cybersecurity, ICT planning, and emerging technologies as part of a major digital development effort aimed at boosting Uganda’s competitiveness in the regional and global digital economy. The project, Technical Assistance and Training to Uganda on National ICT Development Strategy (2021–2025), was a collaboration between the Government of Uganda and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), supported by China’s Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund and ITU’s ICT Development Fund. Discover more

Fiji develops National Emergency Telecommunication Plan to strengthen disaster resilience

Fiji took a significant step toward enhancing its disaster preparedness by developing a National Emergency Telecommunication Plan (NETP). Developed with support from the Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the NETP is a living document designed to ensure that critical communication systems are available and operational before, during, and after emergencies. It also supports first responders in coordinating humanitarian activities and enables the timely dissemination of lifesaving alerts to the public. Discover more

Smart Island Digital Hubs: empowering island communities in the Pacific with digital opportunities

Access to affordable connectivity and sustainable digital services can be challenging for remote and underserved communities, particularly in developing countries. The establishment of Digital Hubs – centralized platforms that provide access to digital services, resources, and connectivity for a community – enables people who live on remote islands to have easy access to laptops and Internet connectivity. The Digital Hubs also provide regular digital skills training sessions. Discover more