Today, in the ‘Avaza’ National Tourist Zone, as part of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), an event was held on the theme ‘Connectivity Track: Digital Potential Beyond Boundaries’. This was reported by TDH.

The forum was organised by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for the Least Developed Countries and Landlocked Developing Countries and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The forum was attended by representatives of developing countries, international organisations such as the UN, major financial institutions, the private sector and civil society.

The forum provided a unique platform for the international community to reaffirm its commitments under the Awaza Programme of Action to support landlocked countries. One of the main topics of discussion was the role of digital technologies in the development of countries facing geographical challenges.

Speakers emphasised that digital connectivity is a key factor for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the 21st century. Modern growth-oriented export strategies place particular emphasis on services, including the technological modernisation of agriculture and industry. Accessible and reliable digital connectivity is essential for these areas to function effectively.

Particular attention was paid to improving connectivity to digital infrastructure, expanding access to technological innovation, developing national digital strategies, and supporting effective digital connectivity and creating an enabling legal environment.

In conclusion, it was emphasised that the successful implementation of these tasks requires global and sustainable connectivity, supported by the necessary investment and international cooperation. The forum participants were also presented with the Partner2Connect initiatives and the investment programmes of the International Telecommunication Union in the field of digital infrastructure.