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World Radiocommunication Conference opens January 2012
Focus on spectrum, orbital slots and
next-generation technologies
Geneva, 16 November 2011 – The
World Radiocommunication Conference will open in Geneva, 23 January - 17
February 2012. The outcome of this international treaty-making conference will
have worldwide ramifications in the field of communications.
The 2012 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-12) will focus on the
following:
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Review and revise the international regulatory
framework for radiocommunications –Radio Regulations – to
reflect the increasing convergence in radio services arising
from the rapid evolution of information and communication
technologies (ICT).
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Management of scarce radio-frequency spectrum to
provide new opportunities for radiocommunication services,
including those for maritime and aeronautical transport as well
as for scientific purposes related to the environment,
meteorology and climatology, disaster prediction, mitigation and
relief.
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Management of satellite orbital slots and associated
spectrum resources.
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The introduction of mobile broadband and other
advanced technologies, the use of digital dividend resulting
from the switch over to digital TV and the development of Ultra
High Definition Television (UHDTV).
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What:
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World Radiocommunication Conference 2012 (WRC-12)
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When:
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23 January – 17 February 2012
(Radiocommunication
Assembly, 16-20 January 2012)
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Where:
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Geneva, CICG Convention Centre
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Why:
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The World Radiocommunication Conference, held
every three to four years, is mandated to review
and revise the Radio Regulations, the
international treaty governing the use of
radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits.
WRC-12 will facilitate the management of scarce
orbit/spectrum resources in the interest of
end-users, with global implications for both
policy-makers and the industry.
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Who:
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Over 3000 participants from around the world are
expected to attend.
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Media Information:
Deadline for Accreditation:
12 January 2012
Note: UN Press accreditation is valid, but
registration is required for WRC-12 access badges.
For more information, please contact:
Sanjay Acharya
Chief, Media Relations and Public Information, ITU
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Grace Petrin
Promotion Officer
ITU Radiocommunication Bureau
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Media accreditation enquiries:
Soraya Abino Quintana
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