About ITU. From broadband internet to the latest generation wireless technologies, from aeronautical and maritime navigation to radio astronomy and satellite-based meteorology, and from convergence in fi xed-mobile phone, internet access, data, voice and TV broadcasting to next-generation Importantly we have also addressed the global challenges of our times – such as mitigating the impact of natural disasters and climate change, and strengthening cyber security. For 145 years, ITU has coordinated the shared global use of the radio spectrum and promoted international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits. We have worked to improve telecommunication infrastructure in the developing world and have established the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. ITU is the leading United Nations Agency for information and communication technology issues, and the global focal point for governments and the private sector in developing networks and services. networks, ITU is committed to connecting the world. 04.2011