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ensure their production. Our youth will shape Turkey's future as national production and who do not refrain from giving importance
individuals who not only consume but also produce technology. to science and technology will carry our country even further in the
"A youth who understand the value and power of domestic and international arena." he said. (October 13, 2023) www.btk.gov.tr

United Arab Emirates

The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory organizational structure, the draft meeting schedule, the heads of
Authority (TDRA) has announced the initiation of the delegations' meeting, and the recommendations for appointing
Radiocommunication Assembly 2023 (RA-23), in anticipation of chairs and vice-chairs for the RA, and study groups.
the forthcoming World Radiocommunication Conference WRC-23 (November 15, 2023) www.tdra.gov.ae
scheduled to take place in Dubai from November 20 to December
15 of this year. The proceedings of the Radiocommunication TDRA Youth Council organized an awareness workshop on
Assembly (RA) commenced with an opening speech by H.E. Eng. the upcoming World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-
Mohammad Al Zarooni, TDRA Deputy Director General of the 23), which will be hosted by the UAE from 20 November to 15
Information and Digital Government Sector, in his capacity as the December of this year. The workshop aimed to raise awareness
Dean of the ongoing RA session. In his address, he extended a about the conference's significance across diverse sectors. It also
warm welcome to the leaders and members of the participating explored the role of Emirati youth in advancing the success of
delegations, emphasizing the significant role played by the RA. this global forum, where global leaders and experts convene to
He said: "The significance of these meetings lies in the key role discuss on the future of radiocommunications in the years ahead
of the RA in adopting resolutions, recommendations, and studies and the revisions planned for the Radio Regulations. Conducted
within the Radio Sector of the International Telecommunication by TDRA Youth Council, the workshop featured informative
Union (ITU-R). The decisions and discussions that the Assembly presentations, interactive sessions, and discussions designed to
will produce will shape the framework for vital studies, which will enlighten participants about the conference's activities and work
contribute to the development of radiocommunication standards mechanisms. It also offered insights into the UAE's membership in
and practices in a way that reflects our commitment to the highest the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and highlighted
levels of innovation and cooperation. This reflects our unwavering ITU conferences that were either organized or chaired by TDRA
commitment to the highest levels of innovation and cooperation. in previous years. Furthermore, the workshop emphasized the
The tasks addressed in this forum will mark the initiation of a significance of the UAE hosting this year's conference, provided an
series of actions leading to effective outcomes in the upcoming overview of the agenda items to be addressed, underlined the role
period, provided that the efforts of the Study Group are directed it plays in influencing technological advancement, and explored the
towards addressing the most critical issues within the context of implications of the conference's ultimate decisions. Commenting
our mission." Al Zarooni added: "In every meeting held within the on the workshop, Eng. Mohammad Bushlaibi, chair of TDRA
RA, everyone assume a profoundly significant humanitarian role, Youth Council, said: “This workshop reflects TDRA's dedication to
embodying the spirit of a unified and cooperative humanitarian actively involving young people in crucial global discussions and
team. Here, the endeavors of nations and sectors converge supporting them in leveraging the opportunities that such events
on all aspects of radiocommunications, reflecting our shared offer as they prepare to become the next generation of leaders
aspirations for development, prosperity, and progress for our and innovators. We are pleased with the extent of engagement
communities and humanity at large. This collective effort aims and interaction observed throughout the workshop, which fostered
to chart a course toward a future where technology aligns profound dialogues regarding the ICT sector's role in influencing
seamlessly with societal needs, all in harmony with the shared the course of global transformations. The focus remained squarely
spectrum we navigate together." The activities of the first day of on radiocommunications and their regulations, examining their
the RA also included opening speeches by Her Excellency Doreen impact on the present and future of the digital society and
Bogdan-Martin, Secretary General of the ITU, His Excellency Mario knowledge economy.” World Radiocommunication Conferences
Maniewicz, Director of ITU Radiocommunication Bureau (BR), and (WRC) are held every four years to review, and, if necessary, revise
Ms. Carol Wilson, Chair of the Radiocommunication Assembly. the Radio Regulations, the international treaty governing the use
In their speeches, they underscored the significance of the RA's of the radio-frequency spectrum and the geostationary-satellite
work, dedicated to advancing services through cutting-edge and non-geostationary-satellite orbits. The upcoming conference,
infrastructure and technologies that benefit communities and set to take place at the Dubai World Trade Center in Dubai, UAE,
foster economic development. They emphasized that the impact will host 4,000 delegates from 193 countries. These delegates will
of the RA's efforts resonates globally, contributing no less than represent government authorities, telecommunications regulatory
other institutions affiliated with the United Nations to the benefit bodies, and key players in the radiocommunications sector, along
of humanity. Following these speeches, the session engaged in with its primary suppliers. Their primary objective is to engage in
a thorough examination of the RA's agenda. This encompassed vital technical and regulatory discussions of global significance.
discussions on the draft agenda for the RA's launch, the (November 8, 2023) www.tdra.gov.ae
preliminary agenda for its inaugural plenary session, the proposed
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