Ghana has stepped up its diplomatic campaign to secure positions on the Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Radio Regulations Board (RRB), as the country seeks to strengthen its influence in global telecommunications and digital technology governance.
The campaign is being pursued through a series of high-level bilateral engagements with member states on the sidelines of the ongoing 2026 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar.
Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, who is leading Ghana’s delegation, held discussions with representatives from Canada, Qatar, Australia, Romania, Iraq and Nepal on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
The diplomatic meetings form part of Ghana’s efforts to secure international backing for its candidatures to the two influential ITU institutions.
Discussions centred on Ghana’s ambition to serve on the ITU Council and the Radio Regulations Board, while also exploring opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in telecommunications, digital innovation and information and communication technology (ICT).
The engagements are expected to help Ghana build stronger international partnerships and attract support from member countries ahead of the elections.
Ghana Seeks Greater Influence in Global Telecommunications Governance
Ghana’s campaign at the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 forms part of a broader diplomatic strategy to increase the country’s participation in international decision-making on telecommunications and digital development.
The conference brings together ITU member states to deliberate on major policies, regulations and strategic priorities that will shape the future of global telecommunications, digital connectivity and technological innovation.
Securing seats on the ITU Council and Radio Regulations Board would provide Ghana with greater opportunities to contribute to international discussions on telecommunications standards, radio-frequency management and the development of the global digital ecosystem.
Through its diplomatic engagements in Doha, Ghana is seeking to strengthen its international standing, promote its digital transformation agenda and deepen cooperation with countries across different regions.
The government’s efforts also reflect its ambition to position Ghana as an influential player in Africa’s telecommunications industry and the global digital economy.
Source: newsthemegh.com