{"id":1319,"date":"2026-06-18T15:26:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T15:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/?page_id=1319"},"modified":"2026-06-19T12:58:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T12:58:02","slug":"flash-edition-12","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/flash-edition-12\/","title":{"rendered":"Flash Edition 12"},"content":{"rendered":"    <section class=\"ituBanner bg smallheight\">\n        <div class=\"bgContainer disableGradient\">\n            <img src=https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/P2C-Big-Banner.png alt=\"Background decorative image\" \/>\n            <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n                <div class=\"content\" data-span=\"8\">\n                    <div class=\"main\">\n                        <h2 class=\"h1 white\"><\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"addInfo\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-large-font-size\">Welcome to P2C Flash!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Welcome to the twelfth edition of <strong><em>P2C Flash<\/em><\/strong>, designed to amplify the voices of pledgers and spotlight their impactful commitments to advancing global connectivity and digital transformation. With over 1,000 pledges from 500 entities across 149 countries, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/\">Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition<\/a> continues to drive meaningful change in the digital landscape. P2C Flash is a publication dedicated to showcasing these contributions, from inspiring impact stories and government initiatives to local innovations and new pledges, all with the goal of fostering a global community united by the mission of universal meaningful connectivity. Join us as we bring these efforts to the forefront and highlight the diverse initiatives shaping the future of sustainable digital transformation worldwide. <br><br><em><strong>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/resources\/p2c-flash\/getting-featured-in-p2c-flash\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/resources\/p2c-flash\/getting-featured-in-p2c-flash\/\">here<\/a> to learn more about how to get featured in our upcoming editions.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong><em>Click&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/itu\/p2c-flash-edition-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>&nbsp;to read the email version of this edition.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f37d7d7aaa8a7d558eb285f449641988\" style=\"min-height:200px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1653 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-20 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#5c4a43\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-73e4a6e83fe3bd2048bb33c558378f90\"><strong>Welcome New Pledges<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong>Eutelsat launches a new pledge to connect 2 million more people across Sub-Saharan Africa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>After successfully connecting 1 million underserved people, Eutelsat is scaling up its commitment through a new pledge to connect 2 million\u00a0additional\u00a0people across Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030. Using its KONNECT and OneWeb satellite technologies, Eutelsat will expand broadband access to underserved and hard-to-reach communities where traditional infrastructure\u00a0remains\u00a0limited. From rural villages to emergency and displacement settings, the initiative aims to deliver reliable, meaningful connectivity where it is needed most.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Building on more than 1,000 rural communities already connected across the region, this new pledge reflects Eutelsat\u2019s continued commitment to advancing inclusive digital development and ensuring no community is left behind in the digital age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Meaningful connectivity at scale.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Eutelsat\u00a0welcomes partnerships; please reach out to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:yann.pitrou@eutelsat.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">yann.pitrou@eutelsat.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1392\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.2240520146172464;width:437px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1.png 1600w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Konnect-WiFi-engineers-1-1536x1152.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1328\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7779144698301113;width:456px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS4-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1367\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.333377268134089;width:458px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1.jpg 2160w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u0e20\u0e32\u0e1e\u0e2a\u0e48\u0e07-WSIS2-edited-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2160px) 100vw, 2160px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Advanced Wireless Network Company Limited: Green Connectivity Infrastructure for Remote Communities in Thailand<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Advanced Wireless Network Company Limited has unveiled a new pledge, \u201cGreen Energy Green Network for THAIs\u201d, committing USD 9.3 million to connect three million people living in off-grid communities across Thailand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>This multi-stakeholder collaboration unites AIS, Gulf Energy Development (GULF), and the Highland Research and Development Institute (HRDI) to deploy renewable energy-powered telecommunications infrastructure in some of the nation&#8217;s most isolated areas. This project uses Solar-Powered Base Stations to deliver high-speed 5G and 4G signals to \u201coff-grid\u201d areas. This 100% clean energy solution will bring modern connectivity to the heart of the forest without disturbing the delicate balance of our natural watersheds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>By enabling first-time access to mobile and internet services, the project supports access to online learning, digital health information, and e-government services while strengthening communication and economic opportunities for rural households. Complementary digital literacy and cyber safety programmes will further equip communities with the skills needed to navigate and participate safely in an increasingly connected world.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong><strong>American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN):&nbsp;Connect the unconnected,&nbsp;assist&nbsp;with digital transformation, and support capacity building<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ARIN, a non-profit&nbsp;organisation&nbsp;responsible for managing internet number resources across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, is committed to supporting universal connectivity with a particular focus on remote, rural, and underserved communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>As an active ITU-D sector member, ARIN pledges to contribute technical&nbsp;expertise, thought leadership, and knowledge transfer to network&nbsp;operator&nbsp;and policy forums across its region. Through grant funding, fellowship&nbsp;programmes, industry partnerships, and training initiatives, ARIN acts as a catalyst for digital transformation and capacity building in communities that need it most.&nbsp;ARIN advances the continued development of the Internet through IPv6 advocacy as well as promoting a secure Internet with Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) tools and training.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Central to ARIN&#8217;s approach is its multistakeholder model, which empowers local communities to actively&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in&nbsp;the policy&nbsp;decisions that shape their own digital futures, rather than having those decisions made for them. In doing so, ARIN advances a vision of the internet that is open, inclusive, and secure for all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ARIN welcomes partnerships; please reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:ndavis@arin.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ndavis@arin.net<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"932\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1422\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992665395335192;object-fit:cover;width:451px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182150.png 932w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182150-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182150-768x509.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 932px) 100vw, 932px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"963\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182208.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1421\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992665395335192;object-fit:cover;width:451px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182208.png 963w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182208-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-17-182208-768x493.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 963px) 100vw, 963px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-82eb943149493c0306e2d56fabf330a3\" style=\"min-height:200px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"175\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1082 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-2.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-2.png 960w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-2-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-2-768x140.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-20 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#6f6459\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-8218ea3cc09a3e99dd2886f7a4056462\"><strong>Impact Stories<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><em><em><em>The <strong>Impact Stories<\/strong> section highlights the real-world transformations made possible through the P2C commitments. These stories bring to life the tangible benefits of connectivity, showcasing how innovative partnerships and bold initiatives are breaking barriers and empowering communities globally. <\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1275\" height=\"956\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/EshailSat-Teleport-2-edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1397\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992665395335192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/EshailSat-Teleport-2-edited-1.jpg 1275w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/EshailSat-Teleport-2-edited-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/EshailSat-Teleport-2-edited-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/EshailSat-Teleport-2-edited-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1275px) 100vw, 1275px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Qatar Satellite Company HQ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-5b60f9471f07b24de473222300cba4e9\"><br><strong><strong>Qatar Satellite Company: Connecting the&nbsp;unconnected through a&nbsp;new&nbsp;high&nbsp;throughput&nbsp;satellite<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Es&#8217;hailSat, Qatar Satellite Company, is committed to expanding connectivity and closing the digital divide across Africa through&nbsp;cutting-edge&nbsp;satellite technology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The company has announced&nbsp;significant progress&nbsp;on its&nbsp;USD&nbsp;600 million Es&#8217;hail-3 satellite project, of which&nbsp;USD&nbsp;150 million is dedicated specifically to African countries. Es&#8217;hail-3 will deliver high-speed broadband connectivity via high-throughput spotbeams, extending coverage from North Africa to Sub-Saharan Africa and reaching communities where traditional telecommunications infrastructure faces significant challenges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>A key milestone has now been reached: the Request for Proposal (RFP) has been formally issued to satellite manufacturers, with the contract award expected in&nbsp;Q3&nbsp;2026 and satellite launch planned for&nbsp;2030.&nbsp;This project&nbsp;represents&nbsp;a&nbsp;significant&nbsp;step toward universal connectivity&nbsp;across the region.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Es&#8217;hailSat welcomes partnerships; please reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:aabouyaqoub@eshailsat.qa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aabouyaqoub@eshailsat.qa<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>ZTE Corporation: ZTE\u2019s pledge to boost global AI ecosystem<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ZTE is&nbsp;committed&nbsp;to fostering inclusive and sustainable digital economic growth through artificial intelligence, in collaboration with over 1,000 global partners across multiple industry sectors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Building on this commitment, ZTE has taken a significant step forward by launching the Open Intelligent Computing Industry Alliance (COIA) together with 46 founding enterprises and institutions, including China Unicom, ByteDance, Intel,&nbsp;Aliyun, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Inaugurated in Beijing in December 2024, the Alliance is designed to accelerate the implementation of AI and big model technologies across industries, generating broad societal and economic benefits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Through this growing ecosystem of AI initiatives, ZTE aims to drive digital transformation that is not only technologically advanced but also inclusive and accessible,&nbsp;contributing to&nbsp;a more connected, intelligent, and sustainable world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ZTE welcomes partnerships; please reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:qu.zhicheng@zte.com.cn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">qu.zhicheng@zte.com.cn<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ZTE-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-195\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.9845689960979072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ZTE-1.png 737w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ZTE-1-300x138.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1399\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7729290805000584;object-fit:cover;width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2082-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1398\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2159-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong>Dubai Cares: Supporting targeted initiatives to skill and empower over 5 million children and youth by 2030<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>DubaiCares&nbsp;is committed to advancing digital skills, connected learning, and inclusive education for underserved communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Building on this foundation, the&nbsp;organisation&nbsp;has made&nbsp;significant progress&nbsp;through two flagship initiatives. The Passport to Earning&nbsp;programme&nbsp;has delivered certified digital and financial skills training to several million youth and young adults, with measurable gains in employability, foundational digital skills, and gender inclusion. In parallel, the Digital School initiative is transforming public schools&nbsp;in&nbsp;underserved areas by providing devices, connectivity, teacher training, and hybrid learning systems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Underpinning both&nbsp;programmes&nbsp;is a robust multi-stakeholder model bringing together governments, private sector partners, civil society&nbsp;organisations, and global technology platforms,&nbsp;ensuring that training leads to real employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, particularly for rural young women.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Together, these initiatives reflect a commitment to building education-to-employment pathways that are inclusive, scalable, and sustainable, with targets set toward 2030.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>DubaiCares&nbsp;welcomes partnerships; please reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:tatiana.muradyan@dubaicares.ae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tatiana.muradyan@dubaicares.ae<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2990db1cb7f05b26983bd383cdb5d9ef\" style=\"min-height:200px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"175\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1080 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final.png 960w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Visuals-for-P2C-Flash-Final-768x140.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-20 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#FFF\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-e957e9ba7b084c2f9df4c043b5d89544\"><strong>Pledge Highlights: Access For All<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><em>The <strong>Pledge Highlights: Access For All<\/strong> emphasises the shared global commitment to expand inclusive digital infrastructure, ensure affordability, and strengthen cybersecurity as essential pillars of meaningful connectivity. By extending broadband networks and mobile coverage to underserved areas, promoting fair and inclusive access to the internet and devices, and building secure, resilient systems that protect users, this collective effort drives sustainable digital transformation. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cc1bc98ebe31999bd9e07780526298d4\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><br><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><a href=\"ChildSafeNet:&nbsp;A&nbsp;USD&nbsp;100,000 program on child online safety in Cambodia\"><strong><strong>ChildSafeNet:&nbsp;A&nbsp;USD&nbsp;100,000 program on child online safety in Cambodia<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>In Cambodia, 8.2 million children and young people face real online risks: cyberbullying, sexual exploitation, phishing, and gaming addiction. Strengthening online safety and digital literacy has become a national priority.&nbsp;ChildSafeNet, a Nepal-based NGO, has pledged USD 100,000 to build a safer internet for Cambodian children and young people from the ground up.&nbsp;Their approach is comprehensive and evidence-based: research to understand emerging digital risks, advocacy for stronger laws and policies, capacity building for service providers and professionals, and awareness-raising for families, schools, and communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>But they are not doing it alone. Through targeted roundtables,&nbsp;ChildSafeNet&nbsp;brings together government agencies, telecom operators, internet service providers, technology companies, media, parents, and civil society to foster collaboration and drive action.&nbsp;The goal? A Cambodia where every child can explore, learn, and connect online in a safe, supportive, and empowering environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ChildSafeNet&nbsp;welcomes partnerships; please reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:anil.raghuvanshi@childsafenet.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anil.raghuvanshi@childsafenet.org<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><br><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-16-173754.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-16-173754.png 912w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-16-173754-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Screenshot-2026-06-16-173754-768x508.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/23-1-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/23-1-edited.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/23-1-edited-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/23-1-edited-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/23-1-edited-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong>@iLabAfrica Research and Innovation Centre champions collaborative solutions for meaningful connectivity in East Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Through its pledge, @iLabAfrica Research and Innovation Centre at Strathmore University is strengthening advocacy efforts to advance meaningful connectivity across East Africa. Building on its experience in connectivity research and its collaboration with the Communications Authority of Kenya,@ iLabAfrica aims to expand partnerships with academia, industry, research institutions, and policymakers to promote innovative approaches to broadband access. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Its work focuses on addressing key connectivity challenges related to infrastructure, affordability, and policy. The Centre is also committed to growing digital communities by supporting technical skills development and encouraging the creation of technology-driven solutions and businesses that expand access to broadband and digital services. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>By fostering collaboration and sharing knowledge across sectors, @iLabAfrica is helping create an enabling environment for digital inclusion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Collaboration today. Connectivity tomorrow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>@iLabAfrica welcomes partnerships; please reach out to:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"mailto:rwanjohi@strathmore.edu\">rwanjohi@strathmore.edu<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong><strong><strong>Internet Society \u2013 Argentina Chapter<\/strong>\u200b<strong>, Soldati&nbsp;Conectada&nbsp;and&nbsp;Asuntos&nbsp;del Sur<\/strong>\u200b<strong>: Replicating Connections &#8211; Villa Soldati<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The Replicating Connections in Villa Soldati project set out to strengthen the Soldati&nbsp;neighbourhood&nbsp;in Buenos Aires by delivering hands-on training in networks, fiber optics, and digital skills, with a strong focus on inclusion, autonomy, and the sustainable development of community-owned internet&nbsp;infrastructure.\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The project has now been successfully completed. Through three structured training layers, a Train the Trainers&nbsp;programme, fiber optic and network technical training, and community-wide digital skills workshops, community members were trained in safe internet use, fiber optic splicing and fusion, and network management. A gender protocol was also developed for workers of Soldati&nbsp;Conectada, ensuring that gender equality&nbsp;remains&nbsp;embedded in the community network&#8217;s operations going forward.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>By equipping&nbsp;local residents&nbsp;to manage and expand their own network, the project has laid a sustainable foundation for digital inclusion that the community can continue to build&nbsp;independently.\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>For further information please reach out to&nbsp;\u200b\u200b<a href=\"mailto:agustina.brizio@asuntosdelsur.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">agustina.brizio@asuntosdelsur.org<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1296\" height=\"970\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-10-at-10.42.23-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-10-at-10.42.23-1.jpeg 1296w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-10-at-10.42.23-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-10-at-10.42.23-1-1024x766.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-10-at-10.42.23-1-768x575.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1296px) 100vw, 1296px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/partner2connect\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4470-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><br><strong><strong>Libyan Technology Foundation turns pledges into national momentum<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Libya is on the move. And the Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF) is proving that sustained, intentional action can turn digital ambition into national reality. Their three pledges to the P2C Digital Coalition highlight the ongoing initiatives contributing to Libya&#8217;s digital ecosystem through inclusive dialogue, youth engagement, and nationwide technology awareness. Three pledges, three areas of work: the &#8220;National Technology Day,&#8221; now an annual national occasion every June 1st. In 2026 alone, it delivered two signed MOUs, a National AI Strategy, an AI Ethics Charter, and a new oversight platform called &#8220;Athar.&#8221; <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>LTF also held the second edition of the Cybersecurity Forum in partnership with the National Information Safety and Security Authority (NISSA), bringing together experts and stakeholders to address national cyber resilience, threats, and security readiness as part of Libya&#8217;s growing digital transformation agenda.&nbsp;It&#8217;s&nbsp;not just celebration,&nbsp;its&nbsp;legislation, infrastructure, and accountability. Then there is the &#8220;Informatics Governance Forum,&#8221; bringing together government, private sector, civil society, and technical experts to tackle cybersecurity, digital governance, and the future of Libya&#8217;s digital ecosystem. Finally, the Libyan Youth Internet Governance Forum, formally endorsed by the Ministry of Youth, aims to train the next generation to shape internet governance, digital policy, and cybersecurity frameworks for years to come.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Beyond these flagship initiatives, LTF continues to expand digital awareness and youth engagement through partnerships and community-driven programs. In collaboration with the General Scouts and Guides Movement, LTF organized the &#8220;Tech Scouts Forum,&#8221; introducing young participants to technology, digital citizenship, innovation, and the opportunities of the digital age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Each pledge is a strong achievement on its own. Together, they tell a more powerful story: a coordinated, year-round commitment to digital awareness, youth empowerment, and internet governance in Libya. This is not a series of events. This is a movement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Libyan Technology Foundation welcomes partnerships; please reach out to:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hello@technology.ly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hello@technology.ly<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">We celebrate the incredible strides made through collective action and shared commitments to bridging the digital divide. The stories, partnerships, and innovations highlighted here are just the beginning of what we can achieve together. Stay tuned for our next issue, where we will delve even deeper into the transformative power of connectivity, featuring more inspiring initiatives, voices from the field, and bold new commitments driving progress across the globe. 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