The Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-25) was held from 31 August to 3 September 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together over 1,200 participants, including ministers and heads of regulatory authorities, to explore the future of digital regulation. Under the theme Regulation for Sustainable Digital Development, the symposium addressed key issues such as AI governance, the space economy, e-waste management, and inclusive digital transformation.
A major outcome of the event was the adoption of the GSR-25 Best Practice Guidelines, which offer actionable tools for regulators to foster resilient, inclusive digital ecosystems. ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin and BDT Director Cosmas Zavazava emphasized the critical role of regulation in shaping a connected future for all.
