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Welcome new Affiliate Member
Becoming a member of the APT means joining a vibrant network that encourages collaboration, innovation, and the sharing of knowledge among governments, regulators, service providers, and industry leaders. We will continue to foster the development of telecommunications across the Asia-Pacific region.
We warmly welcome Skylo Technologies, Inc. (Singapore) to the Telecommunity.
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News from members
The APT is pleased to share that the GSMA, in collaboration with the World Internet Conference (WIC), will host a training course titled “Mobile Connectivity and the AI Revolution” on 17 June 2025 in Shanghai, ahead of the Policy Leaders Forum and MWC Shanghai. This exclusive, in-person course is tailored for policymakers and regulators and marks the global debut of the program. Delivered by GSMA experts and an AI specialist from China, the training will explore AI foundations, practical applications, critical role of mobile connectivity in enabling AI transformation, and more. Members are encouraged to take advantage of this insightful learning opportunity.
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Recent Events:
· Asia-Pacific Telecommunity Ministerial Meeting 2025
Upcoming Events:
· APT Web Dialogue on Public Consultation: Best Practices for Inclusive and Effective Engagement · The 4th Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for WTDC-25 (APT WTDC25-4) · The 1st Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for PP-26 (APT PP26-1) · The 2nd Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-27 (APG27-2) · The 18th APT Policy and Regulation Forum for Pacific (PRFP-18) · The Meeting of the SATRC Working Group on Spectrum · The 35th Meeting of the APT Wireless Group (AWG-35)
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Recent Events |
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APT Ministerial Meeting 2025 Concludes with the Adoption of the Tokyo Statement
The Asia-Pacific Telecommunity (APT) successfully concluded its Ministerial Meeting 2025 on 31 May in Tokyo, Japan, marking a significant milestone in the region’s ICT agenda. The two-day high-level event brought together representatives from 31 Members and 2 Associate Members, including 16 Ministers and 7 Vice Ministers, under the theme “Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Sustainable, Inclusive, and Equitable Digital Transformation in the Asia-Pacific.”
A major outcome of the meeting was the unanimous adoption of the “Tokyo Statement”, a forward-looking ministerial declaration that outlines a shared regional vision for digital cooperation over the next five years. The Tokyo Statement identifies six strategic priorities:
A. Digital Connectivity B. Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship C. Trust and Safety D. Digital Inclusion and Capacity Building E. Sustainability F. Partnership and Collaboration
In his remarks, Mr. Masanori Kondo, Secretary General of the APT, stated, “The Tokyo Statement is a product of collective wisdom and shared responsibility. It presents a clear and actionable vision for how we, as a region, can use ICT to promote innovation, trust, and sustainability while respecting the unique circumstances of each country. What we have achieved here is not simply consensus, but a renewed commitment to cooperation in a rapidly changing digital world.”
The meeting was graciously hosted by the Government of Japan, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications playing a leading role in ensuring the success of the event. Their efforts facilitated productive dialogue and reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to regional digital development.
The outcomes of the APT Ministerial Meeting 2025 set a strong foundation for coordinated and inclusive digital transformation across the Asia-Pacific region in the years ahead.
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Upcoming Events |
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APT Web Dialogue on Public Consultation: Best Practices for Inclusive and Effective Engagement 11 June 2025, Virtual/Online
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The 4th Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for WTDC-25 (APT WTDC25-4) 14 - 18 July 2025, Pattaya, Thailand, Hybrid Meeting
The APT will organize the 4th Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for WTDC-25 (APT WTDC25-4) from 14 to 18 July 2025 (4 and 1/2 days) in Pattaya, Thailand with physical attendance and remote participation using an online platform (i.e hybrid meeting). The meeting will be followed by the 1st Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for PP-26 (APT PP26-1) at the same venue.
APT WTDC25-4 will continue the discussion on issues of interest to the region for the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), scheduled to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 28 November 2025, and develop Preliminary APT Common Proposals for WTDC-25. APT WTDC25-4 is expected to:
• consider input contributions from APT members; • review outcomes of RPM-ASP; • review outcomes of the views of other regional organizations; • review outcomes of TDAG and ITU Council 2025; and • develop Preliminary APT Common Proposals for WTDC-25.
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The 1st Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for PP-26 (APT PP26-1) 18 July 2025, Pattaya, Thailand, Hybrid Meeting
The APT will organize the 1st Meeting of the APT Preparatory Group for ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (APT PP26-1) on 18 July 2025 in Pattaya, Thailand with physical attendance as well as online participation through Zoom (i.e. hybrid meeting).
APT PP26-1 aims to initiate the preparatory process of the APT for the PP-26. The APT PP26-1 is expected to conduct the following activities:
· elect the Chair and Vice-Chairs of the APT PP-26 · establish the structure of the APT PP-26 · appoint the Office Bearers of the APT PP-26 based on the agreed structure · develop the Working Methods of the APT PP-26 · develop the Work Plan for the APT PP-26 · have discussion on the status of any important follow-up issues from the last Plenipotentiary Conference
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The 2nd Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-27 (APG27-2) 28 July - 1 August 2025, Pattaya, Thailand, Hybrid Meeting
The 2nd Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-27 (APG27-2) will be held from 28 July to 1 August 2025 in Pattaya, Thailand. The meeting will be organized by the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity (APT) as a physical meeting with remote participation.
The objectives of the 2nd Meeting of the APT Conference Preparatory Group for WRC-27 (APG27-2) are as follows:
1) to finalize appointment of drafting group chairs for individual WRC-27 agenda items; 2) to arrange briefing sessions on WRC-27 agenda items; 3) to consider the progress in ITU-R Study Groups in relation to WRC-27 agenda items, and take necessary actions as appropriate; 4) to develop APT preliminary views on WRC-27 agenda items based on input contributions from APT Members; 5) to review the activities of other regional organizations, in particular, their preliminary views/positions with a view to fostering inter-regional cooperation; 6) to review issues related to RA-27 and develop preliminary views of APT, if any.
The APG27-2 is expected to develop APT preliminary views on the agenda item of WRC-27 and issues related to RA-27.
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The 18th APT Policy and Regulation Forum for Pacific (PRFP-18) 5 - 6 August 2025, Suva, Fiji, Hybrid Meeting
The APT will organize the 18th APT Policy and Regulation Forum for Pacific (PRFP-18) from 5 to 6 August 2025 in Suva, Fiji with physical attendance as well as virtual participation through Zoom meeting platform (i.e., hybrid meeting). The forum will be hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Communications, Fiji and supported by the generous contributions from Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, Australia and Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan.
PRFP-18 will discuss in various thematic sessions on ‘Navigating 5G Deployment in the Pacific: Challenges, Strategies, and Opportunities’, ‘Building a Sustainable Connectivity Model for the Pacific-the Vanuatu and Fiji Initiatives’, ‘Resiliency in the Submarine Cable Connectivity in the Pacific’. The forum itself will also provide updates on recent developments and challenges in digital infrastructure, share best practices in satellite services, update information on the latest satellite technologies and explore measures to achieve digital inclusion through digital capacity building and skills development for all citizens. Additionally, it will include the “Satellite Workshop” in collaboration with the Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA), which will provide policy and regulatory stakeholders with insights into global trends, regulatory frameworks, and practical approaches.
PRFP-18 will be followed by Senior Official Meeting on 7 August 2025, and the 5th Pacific ICT Ministerial Meeting on 8 August 2025. In order to synergize this opportunity, the sessions of PRFP-18 will cover critical topics to promote the implementation of the "Lagatoi Declaration" adopted at the 4th Pacific ICT Ministerial Meeting (28-29 August 2023, Papua New Guinea) and its Action Plan.
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The Meeting of the SATRC Working Group on Spectrum 12 - 14 August 2025, Maafushi Island, Maldives, Hybrid Meeting
The APT will organize the Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC) Working Group on Spectrum from 12 to 14 August 2025 in Maafusi Island, Maldives. The meeting will be hosted by the Communications Authority of Maldives (CAM) as physical meeting with remote participation.
This meeting is a part of the activities of SATRC Action Plan Phase IX which was adopted by the 24th Meeting of the SATRC (SATRC-24) held in October 2023 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The objective of the meeting is to conduct the activities of the Working Group on Spectrum on the work items assigned by the Council. This meeting will be the final meeting of the Working Group on Spectrum under SATRC Action Plan Phase IX and is expected to discuss the draft outcomes of the work items assigned to the Working Group. Further, the meeting will consider the proposals on new work items for SATRC Action Plan Phase X.
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The 35th Meeting of the APT Wireless Group (AWG-35) 8 - 12 September 2025, Bangkok, Thailand, Hybrid Meeting
The APT will organize the 35th Meeting of the APT Wireless Group (AWG-35) from 8 to 12 September 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand in hybrid mode (both physical and online participation through Zoom).
AWG covers various aspects of wireless systems to meet the emerging digital convergence era in the Asia-Pacific region. It also assists in providing effective radiocommunication solutions and facilitating the transfer of technology and knowledge. In its 35th meeting, the AWG will continue to study the existing work items, report on the progress of studies and discuss the proposal of new work items as well as other relevant issues.
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