{"id":303,"date":"2023-07-18T14:14:54","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T14:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/?page_id=303"},"modified":"2026-05-04T08:16:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T08:16:55","slug":"1st-special-session-fg-mv","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/metaverse\/1st-special-session-fg-mv\/","title":{"rendered":"1st Special Session of ITU Focus Group on metaverse"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The metaverse promises to transform the way we communicate and interact using digital technologies, opening new opportunities for consumers, industries, and cities. The first Special Session of the ITU Focus Group on metaverse took place in the Room BAOBAB<\/strong>, Arusha, Tanzania<\/strong> on 12 September 2023<\/strong>. This Special Session provided an open platform for the African region to discuss their unique metaverse challenges and opportunities, to ensure that the metaverse is developed for the benefit of all. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>

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Participation in the Special Session of ITU Focus Group on metaverse was \u200bopen to ITU Member States, Sector Members, Associates and Academic Institutions and to any individual from a country that is a member of ITU and who wished to contribute to the work. This included individuals who are also members of international, regional and national organizations. This event was free of charge. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Programme<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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14:30 \u2013 14:40 Welcome Remarks<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n
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