Tuesday, 5 October Bhutan We have also noted that ITU, because of its huge man-date, clean hydro power, pristine Himalayan environment, good English medium education system and energetic young generation is expected to strengthen our value proposition to attract serious foreign ICT investors. been organizing numerous events for the benefit of member states. However, all these events cannot be easily availed by every member state owing to various constraints. Therefore, there is a need to rationalize these events to take on board the financial concerns of the member states. It is imperative that we need to focus our attention more on the visible deliverables which would make immediate impact on the lives on our less fortunate citizens. Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen; “Preservation and promotion of culture” which is very important for a small country like Bhutan to maintain its national identity. With imagination being the only limit, we are looking at creative methods to preserve our culture using ICT as a means to remind and trans-port Further, membership fee always has been an issue and it is our honest hope to see that the current level is maintained. our way of life to every homes and communities. Collaboration between ITU and Bhutan has always been very good, although our needs are huge and of-ten Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen; stretch beyond the means of ITU. We look forward for continued support. The recent devastating flood in Pakistan and India, the Iceland volcanic eruption is a grim reminder on the ef-fects of climate change catastrophes. Hence, preserv-ing environment comes as an important intervention Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen; and the government is convinced that ICT is the solu-tion. In conclusion, let me take this opportunity, in antici-pation, It not only creates disaster preparedness, man-age, control and minimize damages and destructions, to congratulate the new post holders on their election and look forward to working with them. Finally, I wish this event a great success. but also promulgates services that are pollution free and environment friendly. Thank you and Tashi Delek! Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen With specific reference to the Convention and the Constitution of the Union, we feel some amendments are necessary to address the rapid technological de-velopment and emerging requirements. I am happy to note that the Council meeting earlier this year had resolved to take the issue holistically in the next few years, to be ready for PP-14. 89