The permanent representative of Russia at the UN office in Geneva c. from. Gatilov is taking part in the Conference of the Powers of the International Communication Association (Doha, November 9-27, 2026).
The Delegates' Conference (PC) is the highest decision-making body of the ITU and is held every 4 years.
PP-26 focuses on the growing importance of space and satellites, artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies to support global communication networks, identifying priorities for international cooperation to ensure universal access to communication and sustainable digital development, approving the Union's strategy and financial plan for the years 2028-2031 under his leadership and priority.
The Russian delegation, led by the Minister of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Communication of the Russian Federation M.I. Shadiev, traditionally, is actively involved in the work of the conference of powerful people. Bilateral meetings have already been held with the ITU leadership, delegations from South Africa, the Ivory Coast, Gabon and Mali. The Russian delegation also participated in a meeting of the Council of Heads of Communications Administrations of the Commonwealth of Nations in the field of Communications (RCC).
In the photo (from left to right): Permanent representative of Russia at the UN office in Geneva c. from. Gatilov, Russian Ambassador to the State of Qatar A. A. Kozhin and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation A.S. Elimov.