The World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC), held every four years, reviews and amends the ITU Radio Regulations, the international treaty that governs the use of the radio frequency spectrum and associated satellite orbits.
During the four weeks of the conference, ITU Member States will examine the results of technical studies and adopt decisions that will determine the future use of the spectrum for a wide range of radiocommunication services and applications, including mobile, satellite, radiolocation, radio astronomy and space research services that support lunar communications.
“WRC-27 will be a pivotal moment in making universal and meaningful connectivity a reality,” said ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. “The conference will make critical decisions on the efficient and equitable sharing of spectrum resources and satellite orbits, both on Earth and in space, in ways that benefit all of humanity.”.
More than 4,000 delegates are expected to attend the WRC-27 and RA-27 meetings. In addition to the 194 ITU Member States, representatives of sister United Nations agencies, regional telecommunication organizations, and members of the ITU Radiocommunication Sector will participate as observers.
“As the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to host the WRC, China eagerly anticipates the success of this major event,” said Li Lecheng, China’s Minister of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). “We will fulfill our obligations as the host country in accordance with ITU rules and regulations, provide comprehensive services and support to the Conference, and work with all ITU Member States to present the world with a radiocommunication event that fosters mutually beneficial cooperation and yields fruitful results. We hereby extend a warm invitation to all delegates to the event and wish them a pleasant stay in Shanghai.”.
Preparations Underway:
The WRC preparatory process encompasses a four-year study cycle, including extensive technical studies and discussions among governments, regulators, equipment manufacturers, telecom operators, and industry forums at the national, regional, and global levels.
“World Radiocommunication Conferences are essential to shaping the future of global communications,” said Mario Maniewicz, Director of the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau. “WRC-27 in Shanghai will guide the evolution of radiocommunication services on Earth and in space, for broadband connectivity, safety of life, and Earth and space observation. It is the place where the international community comes together to ensure that spectrum regulations keep pace with the rapid rate of technological innovation and respond to global, regional, and national needs.”
The WRC’s inclusive and collaborative approach enables consensus to be reached among all stakeholders. It ensures that the Radio Regulations remain a stable, predictable and universally applicable framework, fostering an interference-free environment that encourages continued investment in radiocommunication services.
