UN Secretary-General highlights technology as key to a future-ready organization

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye

The Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Doreen Bogdan-Martin has emphasised the central role of technology in enhancing the United Nations’ efficiency and connectivity.

Speaking at the UN80 General Assembly briefing, she outlined how consolidating the UN’s digital core and accelerating innovation across its systems can drive system-wide impact, enabling the organization to operate more effectively in addressing global challenges.

Bogdan-Martin stressed that strategic adoption of digital solutions is crucial for building a future-ready UN capable of delivering on its mission in an increasingly interconnected world.