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The ITU Youth Forum, just one of the activities in which Egypt is
involved at ITU Telecom World 2006 in Hong Kong, is a unique and
successful initiative that focuses on information and communication
technology (ICT) as a tool for social and economic development.
Created by the ITU in 2001, the Youth Forum has built itself an
outstanding reputation for knowledge sharing and has been a regular
feature at ITU events since its launch at ITU Telecom Africa 2001.
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The Youth Forum offers both
a regional and global platform in which all ITU member states
can participate. It provides a space where ideas can be
developed, analyzed, evaluated and disseminated.
Since 2001, young people have discussed topics ranging
from “enabling technologies and their applications”
to “policy and regulation” and “finance
and business”.
In addition, the Youth Forum enhances synergies between
governments, the private sector, universities and higher
institutions of learning for the greater benefit of all.
At the Hong Kong forum, Egypt will be represented by two
youth fellows whose awareness of the challenges and opportunities
of ICT qualify them to present the status and achievements
of Egypt in this sector to youth from around the world.
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During discussions and workshops all participants
will have the opportunity to express their own interests,
hopes and ambitions as well as those of their countries.
At ITU World 2006, the Youth Forum will cover three major
topics: Using ICTs to Bridge the Digital Divide, Using ICTs
to Foster Socioeconomic Development, and Implications of the
Digital Society. Participants will then attend two further
sessions:
one to prepare a Youth Declaration based on their aspirations
and recommendations, and another offering the possibility
to attend a workshop on developing a business plan. |
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