What are Australias objectives in the ITU (International Telecommunication Union)?
The ITU is the specialised agency of the United Nations concerned with international cooperation for the development and improvement of telecommunication networks around the world. Australia ‘s objectives within the ITU are twofold: The primary objective is to assist Australian industry and consumers through participation in the activities of the Union. There are currently 22 study groups spanning the three Sectors which together produce around 550 new or revised recommendations every year. The Department, in partnership with ACMA and industry, plays an active role in shaping the global communications environment.
