Advancing Early Warnings through AI: Matchmaking & Pilot Accelerator

As climate-driven disasters such as wildfires, floods, and landslides intensify, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), Republic of Korea, is partnering with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Sub-group of the UN Early Warnings for All (EW4All) Initiative. As the lead of Pillar 3 on Warning Dissemination and Communication, ITU aims, through this project, to leverage AI to strengthen the effectiveness, reach, and reliability of early warning systems. Through the AI Sub-group of EW4All, the project will identify, match, and pilot AI-powered tools in two selected countries to improve early warning systems. It will foster strategic collaboration among ITU, National Information Society Agency (NIA), and other relevant EW4All partners across the UN system, the private sector and pilot countries. By deploying tailored AI solutions and producing a global best-practice report, the project will accelerate the development of scalable, AI-enabled early warning systems, contributing to EW4All’s vision that everyone,  everywhere, is protected by early warnings.

Satcom Capacity Building

Promoting the industry capacity building and digital skills for professionals in the field of satellite communications and broadcasting technologies. In recent decades, there has been a marked increase in global interest in space technologies and satellite communications. This growing attention is driven by the critical role these technologies play in ensuring global connectivity, providing equitable access to modern digital services and information for people in all regions of the world, and bridging the digital divide by connecting previously unconnected populations. As technological advancements accelerate and the number of satellites in orbit continues to grow, the demand for highly skilled professionals in this rapidly evolving industry becomes increasingly urgent. The proposed project addresses this need by developing a solution aimed at preparing specialists capable of effectively operating in the dynamic and complex domain of satellite communications and space technology. This initiative emerges from both the strategic importance of space infrastructure in modern society and the pressing need to cultivate expertise that can support its sustainable growth and innovation.

Training course on inclusive digital transformation in the public sector

ITU and UPU have agreed to jointly organize a training course focused on inclusive digital transformation in the public sector to be delivered through the ITU Academy in collaboration with the African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI), an ITU Academy Training Centre. The course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how digital technologies can enable inclusive public service delivery and governance, and how to practically drive digital transformation in the public sector. Through theoretical insights, practical examples from global as well as national initiatives and hands-on exercises, learners will explore strategies for implementing digital changes within their organization. They will also learn how the postal network can be effectively leveraged for digitally empowering even the harder-to-reach populations, including those in rural and underserved areas, women, MSMEs, or marginalized communities. This course also aims to equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge to effectively lead and participate in digital transformation.