Baku Hosts Opening Ceremony of World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025
Baku, The Gulf Observer: The opening ceremony of the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) commenced today at the Baku Convention Center, marking a significant milestone for Azerbaijan as it hosts the global event for the first time in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region.
Co-organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, this year’s conference is held under the theme “Universal, Meaningful, and Affordable Connectivity for an Inclusive and Sustainable Digital Future.”
During the ceremony, Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev delivered President Ilham Aliyev’s address to the participants, highlighting Azerbaijan’s commitment to advancing global digital development.
ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin and Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, also addressed the gathering, underscoring the importance of international cooperation in bridging the digital divide and fostering digital transformation worldwide.
Participants were shown a special video showcasing the evolution and achievements of Azerbaijan’s telecommunications sector, reflecting the country’s growing influence in digital innovation and infrastructure development.
The WTDC, held every four years between ITU Plenipotentiary Conferences, serves as a high-level platform for member states to establish priorities and strategies for telecommunications development. The conference aims to promote equitable digital growth, strengthen global connectivity, and support sustainable technological progress.
By hosting WTDC-25, Azerbaijan is reinforcing its role as a regional leader in technology and digitalization, while enhancing its international standing. The conference will run until November 28, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts from around the world to collaborate on shaping a more inclusive global digital future.
