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In a significant step towards digital sustainability, technical representatives gathered in Bogot\u00e1, Colombia, from 6 to 9 October 2025, for a study tour focused on e-waste regulation \u2014 combining on-site engagement with remote contributions to foster shared learning and policy innovation. The tour was part of the International Exchange Initiative on Regulating E-waste and Engaging Tech Companies<\/a>, a joint project of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), through its Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), and the Government of Colombia, through the Presidential Agency for International Cooperation of Colombia (APC).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Participating countries<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The project provides a platform to exchange best practices and lessons learned from six participating countries \u2014 Colombia, Dominican Republic, India, Malaysia, Nigeria, and South Africa \u2014 all at different stages of their transition to a circular economy for electronics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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In a video message, Dr Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of ITU\u2019s Telecommunication Development Bureau, highlighted BDT\u2019s work in addressing the pressing global challenge of e-waste management and underscored the need to balance digital progress with environmental sustainability. He called on every stakeholder\u2019s participation in shaping an effective and inclusive approach to e-waste management, one that is beneficial to all countries.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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In her message, Eleonora Betancur Gonzalez, General Director of APC Colombia, emphasized the importance of mutual learning and joint innovation in promoting a circular economy for electronics. She highlighted that connecting diverse experiences and local realities will strengthen the collective capacity to address global environmental challenges and advance a model of cooperation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Participants engage in discussions on e-waste management policies during the study tour in Bogot\u00e1.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Participants during one of the main discussion sessions of the study tour.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The study tour aimed to strengthen regional capacities in e-waste management through a regulatory approach by facilitating knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and technical collaboration among the participants.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A platform for shared learning and policy innovation<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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During the study tour, the technical representatives had the opportunity to discuss with e-waste subject matter experts from ITU, other UN and multilateral organizations, and public and private actors about engaging tech producers in e-waste policymaking process and the impact of the extended producer responsibility principle in tackling the e-waste challenge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The first three days of the programme featured technical learning through roundtables, panels, presentations, and hands-on activities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Participating countries present have existing regulations on e-waste management. They shared implementation hurdles and successes through case study presentations spread across 12 main sessions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The conversations explored solutions that can be tailored to each country\u2019s unique challenges. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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From policy to practice: site visit<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The last day of the study tour was dedicated to e-waste management facility visits. The representatives were brought to CENARE, managed by Computadores para Educar, and PC Shek, an e-waste management entity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Facility workers shared firsthand insights on how they recycle and reuse ICT components.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A hands-on experience took place, where the participants manually disassembled the tech devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Participants visit Computadores para Educar\u2019s CENARE facility to learn about e-waste management and recycling.
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Participants carefully dismantle devices during an activity at the CENARE facility.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Strengthening future partnerships for sustainable digital progress<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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A high-level project launch event was organized by the Government of Colombia on 10 October, a day after the study tour concluded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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This initiative sets a clear example of South-South and interregional cooperation. The participation and active engagement from Colombia\u2019s Ministerio de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sostenible (MinAmbiente), Computadores para Educar, and Asociaci\u00f3n Nacional de Empresarios contributed to the success of the study tour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Lessons learned and looking ahead     <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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By combining technical expertise, policy innovation, and multi-stakeholder exchange and engagement, the project lays the groundwork for strengthened multi-actor cooperation and action on e-waste management.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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To share lessons learned during the study tour, a webinar<\/a> will be hosted by ITU and the Government of Colombia on 30 October 2025, 9-11 AM Bogot\u00e1 (3-5 PM Geneva, Switzerland).<\/strong> The event will provide a platform to discuss insights, reflect on lessons learned and explore next steps in advancing circular economy for electronics across regions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The International Exchange Initiative on Regulating E-waste and Engaging Tech Companies project of ITU and the Government of Colombia will provide a platform for best practices and lessons learned for participating countries to grow their knowledge and increase their experience related to the development and implementation of e-waste regulation.

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