Qatar prepares to host ITU Plenipotentiary Conference

Doha, Qatar will soon become the host of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26), taking place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) from November 9 to 27, 2026. The conference is anticipated to draw around 3,000 participants, including top officials from the ITU's 194 Member States, alongside representatives from the industry and academia sectors.

To prepare for the event, the State of Qatar, through the Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA), has signed the Host Country Agreement for the 2026 Plenipotentiary Conference with ITU. This agreement outlines the necessary framework and arrangements to ensure the successful hosting of the conference, fostering a conducive environment for international participants and stakeholders.

The signing of the agreement signifies Qatar's dedication to providing the requisite resources and support to guarantee the event's success. Speaking on the milestone, Engineer Ahmad bin Abdulla AlMuslemani, President of Communications Regulatory Authority and Chair-Designate of ITU PP-26, expressed excitement about welcoming the global telecommunications community to Doha.

He emphasized the importance of the conference in fostering cooperation and consensus among Member States, ultimately shaping the Union's strategic direction for the next four years.