Telecommunications Regulatory Authority wins major award at World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS 2016)

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Telecommunications Regulatory Authority wins major award at World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS 2016)

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has actually won a significant award at the 2016 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) happening in Geneva, Switzerland, till 6 May with the involvement of agents from countries all over the world. The award was handed to H.E. Eng. Majed Sultan Al Mesmar, TRA Deputy Director General and head of the UAE delegation to the forum.

The Authority won for its task on Supporting the development of telecommunications and information technology sector in Arab countries under the C11 WSIS Action Line related to regional and global cooperation which saw strong competition among numerous jobs from different countries.

On this occasion, the TRA's Deputy Director General said: "We and the members of the UAE delegation are extremely happy with this distinguished award and seeing the flag of our cherished country standing high in one of the most important international forums for the Information Society. This success is the result of systematic work and deep tactical vision aimed at promoting the UAE's position in the international arena, highlighting its function as a leading regional and international design for establishing recognized practices and successful national efforts. Whatever our great achievements, the UAE will still continue with its mission for excellence. Everyone anticipates exchange experiences, ideas and knowledge in order to allow neighborhoods to harness their complete capacity to enhance the lifestyle. The UAE is taking successful steps to move to a competitive knowledge-based economy under the leadership of knowledgeable and ingenious UAE Nationals.".

H.E. Al Mesmar added: "The UAE has understood earlier on the significance of development and information technology and their advantages to humanity, which makes it the very first nation to be consisted of at the top of the indications of the national program of UAE Vision 2021. Today the state remains to move gradually towards a competitive knowledge-based economy under the leadership of Emiratis driven by understanding and development. Through our participation in the WSIS Forum we look for to represent our country honourably and achieve a considerable presence reflecting the progress and innovation dominating in the UAE influenced by rapid worldwide advancements in telecoms and information technology. We likewise aim to raise the UAE's profile within the info and digital material community as a prominent nation in this field at the international level by participating in numerous Emirati-led initiatives and projects.".

On the side-lines of the main forum events, H.E. Al Mesmar participated in the launch of the nationwide exhibit where the UAE's significant achievements and developments are being showcased by all parties representing the state.

The UAE is the Platinum Sponsor and Strategic Partner of the 2016 WSIS Forum. These special roles are within the framework of the nation's distinct and close relationship with the International Telecommunication Union.

The UAE's role in the global ICT sector has actually been significantly growing over the past years, helping enhance the state's industry-leading position and making it a tactical partner in supporting WSIS-related efforts. It formed a National Committee to follow up the application of the WSIS Action Lines which have actually had a significant impact in promoting the exchange and transfer of proficiency, information and experiences.

The UAE delegation to WSIS Forum 2016 includes agents from several federal government companies, consisting of the UAE Prime Minister's Office, Smart Dubai Government, Dubai Smart City Office, Ministry of Interior, Emirates ID Authority, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Dubai Water & Electricity Authority, Khalifa Student Empowerment Program 'Aqdar', Dubai Land Department, Smart Navigation Systems, Dubai Police, Abu Dhabi Police, Telecommunication Regulatory Authority.

The WSIS Forum is a major global platform for discussing the role of info and interactions innovation as a means for implementing sustainable development goals determined by the UN. This year's edition concentrates on ICT's role in accomplishing sustainable development objectives for health, education and females's empowerment. It features interactive activities highlighting the exchange, interaction and conditioning of partnerships in innovative projects and experiences in the field of telecommunications, information technology, and digital content. This event efficiently facilitates the coordination of activities, the exchange of info and best practices and the development of understanding for accomplishing advancement goals.