By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
Ghana has intensified its
diplomatic engagements at the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar, holding a series of
bilateral meetings with counterparts from five countries to strengthen international
cooperation and build support for its candidacies to the ITU Council and Radio
Regulations Board.
The meetings, held on
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, were led by the Minister for Communication, Digital
Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, who engaged with
counterparts from Iran, Kuwait, Ukraine, Bahrain and Kazakhstan.
The discussions focused on
mutual interests, voting and candidacies, and the harmonisation of policy
positions as Member States prepare for key decisions at the conference.
The engagements form part of
Ghana's broader diplomatic outreach to build partnerships, deepen cooperation
with countries across different regions and strengthen its participation in
global digital governance.
According to the Ministry of
Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, the discussions also reflect
Ghana's commitment to ensuring that Africa's priorities on connectivity,
cybersecurity, resilient networks and inclusive digital development are reflected
in international digital policy decisions.
Ghana is seeking re-election
to the ITU Council, while Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko is seeking
re-election to the ITU Radio Regulations Board.
The bilateral engagements
are expected to support Ghana's efforts to consolidate international
partnerships and advance its representation in the ITU's decision-making
structures.
