South Sudan is preparing to participate in the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference in Doha, Qatar, with senior...
South Sudan is preparing to participate in the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference in Doha, Qatar, with senior government officials urging the country’s delegation to uphold and defend the government’s position on key issues.The Caretaker Minister of Presidential Affairs, Africano Mande Gedima, and the Caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Cecilia Adut Manyok, met with the government delegation on Monday to provide guidance ahead of the international conference.During the meeting, the ministers emphasized the importance of presenting South Sudan’s official position consistently and effectively throughout the conference, particularly during deliberations and voting on key issues.They urged the delegation to remain coordinated and ensure that the country’s interests are adequately represented in discussions and decision-making processes.The conference is expected to bring together representatives of ITU member states to discuss the future direction of global telecommunications, digital connectivity and information and communication technologies.South Sudan’s participation provides an opportunity to engage with other member states, contribute to international telecommunications policy discussions and advance its interests in the global digital development agenda.The ITU Plenipotentiary Conference is the organization’s highest decision-making body, bringing together member states to determine its strategic priorities, elect its leadership and governing bodies, and establish policies guiding its work.The 2026 conference will take place in Doha, Qatar.Photo Credit: Presidential Press Unit
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