HE Dr Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, participated in the Plenipotentiary Conference of the International Telecommunication Union (PP-26), hosted by the State of Qatar on November 9-10, with the participation of telecommunications ministers, senior officials and representatives of ITU member states.
The minister also attended the official meeting of heads of delegations and the conference's opening ceremony.
The conference, the ITU's highest policy-making body, is held every four years to set the union's strategic directions and general policies, approve its strategic and financial plans, and elect its senior leadership and council members.
Bahrain's participation reflects its commitment to strengthening its presence and contribution to shaping the future of the telecommunications sector internationally, supporting efforts to develop digital infrastructure, enhance the resilience of telecommunication networks and ensure service continuity, and expand access to modern and emerging technologies.
It also underscores the Kingdom's commitment to continuing its work with the ITU and member states to strengthen cooperation and support initiatives aimed at building a secure, inclusive and sustainable digital future.
The conference is discussing a range of strategic issues concerning the future of telecommunications and digital transformation, including enhancing digital inclusion, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, as well as promoting international cooperation to ensure the sustainability and reliability of digital infrastructure.
Last Updated Date: 11-11-2026
