Document :

ITU-SG WTPF26IEG3  Contribution  15

Title :

Comments on proposed baseline texts of draft Opinions developed by Vice-Chairs and thematic facilitator in consultation with thematic Sub-Groups of the Informal Expert Group

Date :

2025-08-07

Source :

Bahamas

Meeting :

2025-09-17

Access :

Public Document

Abstract :

This contribution provides comments on the proposed baseline texts of the Draft Opinions published on 16 June 2025. At this stage, The Bahamas' comments are limited to the following:
Bridging digital divides: We propose text that emphasizes the need to (i) extend underserved areas and communities to maritime environments and vulnerable maritime communities respectively, (ii) promote context-appropriate and locally relevant digital solutions, and (iii) consider establishing digital public infrastructure as a means of reducing barriers to digital inclusion by all marginalised groups.
Green digital transformation: We highlight the role of governments/public sector in establishing policy and legal frameworks that promote and prioritize environmentally friendly practices with respect to telecoms/ICTs.
Resilience of telecommunications/ICTs: We propose text that highlights (i) that telecommunication/ICT resilience is not only essential for economic and social continuity but also for maintaining a country's national security, (ii) the critical role of regulatory authorities, (iii) the importance of disaster risk management, outage response planning, and (iv) opportunities for leveraging emerging technologies to strengthen overall telecommunications/ICT resilience.