ITU Tech for Sustainable Development

ITU Tech for Sustainable Development

Explore how digital innovation is transforming lives and accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals in Tech for Sustainable Development, a podcast from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UN agency for digital technologies. ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Each episode features thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators discussing how technology is being harnessed to: Bridge the digital divide Empower communities through meaningful connectivity Strengthen cybersecurity and online safety Promote inclusive digital transformation Foster global cooperation and regulatory innovation From major global conferences like WTDC to grassroots initiatives, this series highlights the power of tech as a force for good. ๐Ÿ”” Subscribe and join the conversation on building a connected, inclusive, and sustainable digital future for all. ITU: Committed to connecting the world www.itu.int. ITU is the United Nations agency for digital technologies, driving innovation in ICTs together with 193 Member States and a membership of some 900 private sector entities and academic institutions. Established over 160 years ago in 1865, ITU is the intergovernmental body responsible for coordinating the shared global use of the radio spectrum, promoting international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, improving communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishing the worldwide standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communications systems. From broadband networks to cutting-edge wireless technologies, aeronautical and maritime navigation, radio astronomy, oceanographic and satellite-based earth monitoring as well as converging fixed-mobile phone, Internet and broadcasting technologies, ITU is committed to connecting the world. The materials contained on this podcast channel are for information purposes only. ITU expressly disclaims all liability to any person in respect of anything and in respect of the consequences of anything said or omitted to be said wholly or partly in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this podcast channel. ITU is not responsible for any third party content which may be accessed through this podcast channel. ITU interviews and soundbites may be edited for content and duration. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ITU. ITU holds copyright in the information available on this podcast channel, unless otherwise stated. Copyright in any third-party materials found on this podcast channel must also be respected.

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August 12, 2025 โ€ข 18 mins
In this inaugural episode of Tech for Sustainable Development, host Max Jacobson-Gonzalez sits down with Dr. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of ITUโ€™s Telecommunication Development Bureau, to explore the vision and global momentum behind the upcoming World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC) 2025, taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan.

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