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“As the world becomes increasingly mobile, the ability to easily connect becomes more vital,”
Joins African Telecommunications Union Membership will Foster the Development of Information and Communication Technologies in Africa Qualcomm Joins African Telecommunications Union Membership will Foster the Development of Information and Communication Technologies in Africa. African Telecommunications Union (ATU) and Qualcomm have announced that Qualcomm has joined the ATU as an associate member. The Company will work together with the ATU’s 18 other associate members and 46 members toward harmonizing policies and regulations for information and communications technology (ICT) development in Africa. ATU plays a central role in the promotion of telecommunications, bringing together influential representatives of the government and industry to exchange ideas, knowledge and technological expertise for the benefit of the continent. As an associate member, Qualcomm has the opportunity to actively participate in ATU activities, as well as add their voice to the Union as it makes important and valuable contributions to the telecommunications developments that will reshape the continent and the world at large. “Qualcomm’s associate membership in ATU enables them to join a multi-national, pan–African community from government and industry,” said Akossi Akossi, secretary general of the African Telecommunications Union. “This public-private collaboration provides invaluable opportunities to share ideas and knowledge as we work towards the common goal of
dramatically increasing the development of Africa’s information and communication infrastructure.” “As the world becomes increasingly mobile, the ability to easily connect becomes more vital,” said Dr. Hamadoun Toure, secretary general of the ITU. “As the regional interface of the International Telecommunication Union, ATU is a key force in driving the development and deployment of advanced wireless technologies and services in Africa. I look forward to Qualcomm’s participation and contributions to this vital organization.” “Qualcomm is pleased to join ATU and looks forward to enhanced and ongoing collaboration,” said Elizabeth Migwalla, Senior Director of Government Affairs for Qualcomm. “Telecommunications is an important aspect of African economic development and we are excited to play a part in the advancement of mobile broadband communications in Africa."
"As the world becomes increasingly mobile, the ability to easily connect becomes more vital,” said Dr. Hamadoun Toure, secretary general of the ITU.expertise for the benefit of the continent"
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