Doha 2026: Ghana intensifies lobbying for ITU Council and Radio Regulations Board seats

Ghana has stepped up its diplomatic campaign to secure seats on the Council of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the Radio Regulations Board (RRB), holding a series of high-level bilateral engagements with key member states on the sidelines of the ongoing ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar.

The engagements, led by the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), involved delegations from Canada, Qatar, Australia, Romania, Iraq and Nepal on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

The meetings are part of Ghana’s strategic diplomatic efforts to mobilise international support for its candidatures to the two important ITU bodies, which play significant roles in shaping global telecommunications policy, governance and radio-frequency regulation.

During the discussions, the Minister and the respective delegations explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in communication, digital technology and telecommunications.

The engagements also provided an opportunity for Ghana to highlight its commitment to international cooperation and its ambition to contribute meaningfully to the development of the global digital ecosystem.

Ghana’s campaign comes at a critical time as member states gather at PP-26 to deliberate on key policy issues and elect representatives to the ITU’s governing and regulatory structures.

The ITU Council provides strategic direction and oversight for the Union’s activities, while the Radio Regulations Board oversees the application of the Radio Regulations, an international framework governing the use of radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits.

Ghana’s pursuit of positions on both bodies reflects its desire to strengthen its voice in global telecommunications decision-making and contribute to discussions on the future of digital connectivity, technological innovation and sustainable digital development.

The bilateral engagements with the six countries form part of a broader diplomatic outreach strategy by Ghana at the conference, as the country seeks to consolidate partnerships and secure the necessary support for its election bids.

With global attention focused on the future of telecommunications and digital transformation, Ghana is positioning itself to play a more active role in shaping international policies and decisions within the ITU framework.