On Monday, during the plenipotentiary conference of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Doha, Kuwait called for stronger international protection of civilian communication infrastructure. Omar Al-Omar, Minister of State for Communications and Information Technology and head of the Ministry of Culture and Information, made this request and advised countries around the world to protect critical networks from conflicts and to reject targeting or threatening to disrupt them as a tool for pressuring governments or undermining their security.
Importance of International Cooperation
Al-Omar emphasized the importance of international cooperation to maintain uninterrupted telecommunications services, describing them as a fundamental element for development and saving human lives. He added that the continuity of these services must be guaranteed in times of peace and crises. The minister also outlined Kuwait's efforts to enhance telecommunications networks and adopt modern technologies, including advanced fifth-generation services and a national rapid alert system.
Kuwait and Leadership in ITU
The Minister of Communications also referred to Kuwait's hosting of the fifth General Assembly of the Digital Cooperation Organization and the adoption of the "Kuwait Declaration on Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Global Digital Prosperity." Regarding Kuwait's candidacy for the ITU Council for the 2027-2030 term, Al-Omar expressed hope that his country would continue effective management of the radio spectrum, enhance network resilience, and provide affordable connectivity while sharing its experiences with developing countries.
On the sidelines of this conference, Kuwait hosted a lunch for the participating delegations under the supervision of Al-Omar. The minister welcomed the representatives present at this gathering. Al-Omar leads the Kuwaiti delegation at this conference, which began on Monday and will continue until November 27. This delegation includes Nasser Al-Hayan, Kuwait's permanent representative to the United Nations and other international organizations in Geneva, Ahmad Al-Sharimi, Kuwait's ambassador to Qatar, Dr. Khaled Al-Zamel, head of the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority, and Engineer Mishal Al-Zaid, head of the Ministry of Communications.
The plenipotentiary conference is the highest policy-making body of the ITU, responsible for determining strategic direction, approving programs, and electing its leadership.
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