Saudi Arabia to host Global Symposium for Regulators in partnership with ITU
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia, represented by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST), will host the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR25) in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) from August 31 to September 3 in Riyadh.
Themed 'Regulation for Sustainable Digital Development,' the symposium is set to bring together ministers, ICT regulators, policymakers, private sector leaders, and industry stakeholders from over 190 countries.
Eng. Haitham AlOhali, Acting Governor of CST, said the Kingdom's hosting of GSR25 reflects the international community's confidence in Saudi Arabia's digital leadership and regulatory innovation.
'We are committed to playing a proactive role in advancing sustainable digital development and finding inclusive solutions to connect humanity. The symposium is poised to drive a transformative shift in digital regulation on a global scale,' he said.
Since its inception 25 years ago, GSR has served as a global platform for dialogue between regulators and ICT stakeholders, promoting knowledge exchange and the adoption of best-in-class regulatory practices.ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin praised GSR's legacy, stating: 'For 25 years, GSR has played a key role in shaping digital regulation through major technological advances—from the rise of mobile and internet services to the emergence of artificial intelligence. Let's reaffirm our shared commitment to connecting everyone, everywhere; promoting innovation, trust, and social good; and uniting around a common vision for the digital future.'Dr. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau, added: 'Built around interactive high-level panels on cutting-edge policy issues, GSR25 will offer a unique opportunity for global regulators and policymakers to address key challenges and drive a sustainable digital future. We thank Saudi Arabia's CST for hosting this milestone event.'The symposium will explore strategic topics such as collaborative regulation, digital inclusion, trust and user protection, capacity building in emerging technologies, and regulatory models that support long-term sustainability in the digital ecosystem.
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