We’re actively contributing to the #GlobalDigitalCompact & UN AI Governance Dialogue (Geneva, July) highlighted by Linda Bonyo, CEO Lawyers Hun 📢 We’re convening an Africa AI Summit in Geneva to amplify African voices. events.lawyershubafrica.com/…

"At their core, both are about restoring trust." The #GlobalDigitalCompact — annex to the Pact for the Future — is 193 Member States' roadmap for #DigitalCooperation & #AIGovernance. Progress is underway: the AI Panel & Dialogue are already levelling the playing field. 🌐

RightsCon 2026 cancelled reminds us: digital rights work cannot stop when a summit does. We need practical tools for human-centred GovTech, AI governance and digital dignity. Read & share: amazon.com/Global-Digital-Ri… #DigitalRights #AIGovernance #GlobalDigitalCompact #RightsCon

Ambassador @RPDSUBEDI received H.E. Mr. Dimitar Nedyalkov, Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of Bulgaria, at the Mission today. They discussed multilateral cooperation on digital connectivity and inclusion. #GlobalDigitalCompact @MofaNepal @MFABulgaria

On 16 March, the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) convened a productive working group session with our esteemed partners from Estonia, bringing together representatives across both sides to align on collaboration priorities through 2026. The discussion focused on advancing joint efforts in research, innovation, and pilot financing mechanisms, while leveraging Estonia’s globally recognized expertise in digital governance and transformation across DCO Member States. We were pleased to engage with distinguished colleagues from Estonia, including: •⁠ ⁠Jana Silaskova (Head of Internationalization, Estonian Association of Information Technology and Telecommunications – ITL) •⁠ ⁠Hannes Astok (Executive Director & Chairman of the Management Board, e-Governance Academy) •⁠ ⁠Marki Tihhonova-Kreek (Global Head of Smart Government, Nortal) •⁠ ⁠Jana Krimpe (CEO, Best Solutions) •⁠ ⁠Liisi Org (CEO, Latitude59) This engagement reflects DCO’s continued commitment to fostering impactful partnerships and enabling knowledge exchange that supports inclusive and sustainable digital transformation across our 16 Member States. We look forward to translating these discussions into concrete initiatives and joint workstreams in the months ahead. @hannesastok @egovacademy @NortalGlobal @LiisiOrg @Latitude59 #DCO #DigitalProsperity4All #Estonia #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #Partnerships #eGovernance #GlobalDigitalCompact

📢@ODET_UN is hosting a Sustainability Townhall on the #GlobalDigitalCompact. 1 Apr | 9am EDT | Online 💡Topic: the environmental cost of digital tech — energy, extraction, e-waste — and how global policy can respond. 🔗Register by 28 Mar, 12pm EDT: tinyurl.com/27zr6vm2

Thank you @UNGeneva for hosting the briefing on 1 year of @ODET_UN Shared updates on follow up to the #GlobalDigitalCompact including exciting developments on governing #AI for humanity across the three pillars of science, policy and capacity.

🚨 #UNJobAlert @ODET_UN is hiring summer interns to support global #DigitalCooperation and implementation of the #GlobalDigitalCompact in New York. Work at the intersection of technology, policy, and multilateral cooperation. 🔗 Apply by 23 March: careers.un.org/jobSearchDesc…

Tech Envoy @gioasempre is in Geneva for bilaterals on #AIGovernance & #DigitalCooperation. Meetings with Member States 🇦🇹 🇮🇩 🇵🇭 🇷🇺 & UNHCR (@Refugees) focused on the AI Scientific Panel, Global Dialogue on AI Governance & data governance in the age of AI. #GlobalDigitalCompact

🤖 🌍 #AI is transforming the nature of global power, reshaping #Sovereignty in the digital age. The need for a new multilateral digital order has never been more urgent, and Europe has a real opportunity to shape it. Read the latest policy brief “Digital sovereignty and a new multilateralism for the AI era”. 📕 bit.ly/DigitalSovereignty_Br… This policy brief examines how control over digital infrastructures – chips, cloud computing, data networks and algorithmic systems – has become the new determinant of geopolitical influence. Technological interdependence creates new vulnerabilities for states and unprecedented forms of digital dependency for societies. 🌍 Drawing on the frameworks established by the United Nations through the #PactForTheFuture and the #GlobalDigitalCompact, this policy brief argues that Europe can play a transformative role in building a shared digital civilisation rooted in democratic values, rights-based governance and sustainable development. Through initiatives such as #EuroStack and deeper cooperation with the #GlobalSouth, Europe has the opportunity to contribute to a fairer #Digital order built not on dependency but on reciprocity, trust and a shared commitment to treating AI, data and compute as global public goods. 🇪🇺 🤝 A policy brief by FEPS, in partnership with @FESonline New York Office, @RennerInstitut, @fpabloiglesias, @j_jaures, @AvanzaLab & @Palmecenter

The UN #DigitalCooperation Portal tracks what #GlobalDigitalCompact implementation looks like across every region, every level. @aistudiouganda’s Open Data Platform is one example, expanding access to national datasets on agriculture, climate & more. 🔗undigitalcooperation.org

Governments & companies share responsibility to uphold human rights in the use of surveillance. Under Obj 3 of the #GlobalDigitalCompact, Member States committed to ensuring surveillance & encryption laws align w/ int'l law, strengthening safeguards & human rights due diligence.

📢@ODET_UN is hosting a Stakeholder Townhall on the #GlobalDigitalCompact. 6 Mar | 5pm EAT | Online 💡 Focus: AI Scientific Panel Learn about the Panel's composition & mandate. Share perspectives on GDC advancement. 🔗 Register by 5 Mar, 8pm EAT: tinyurl.com/ysumbyhf

📢 @ODET_UN is hosting a Stakeholder Townhall on the #GlobalDigitalCompact. 6 Mar | 9 a.m. ET | Online 💡 Focus: AI Scientific Panel Learn about the Panel's composition & mandate. Share perspectives on GDC advancement. 🔗 Register by 5 Mar, 6 p.m. ET: tinyurl.com/ysumbyhf

Disinformation & hate can undermine human rights & democracy. The #GlobalDigitalCompact recognizes information integrity as a shared responsibility. Building resilience means supporting media plurality & digital literacy, empowering the public & upholding freedom of expression.

The AI divide isn’t coming. It’s already here. From the #GlobalDigitalCompact, 3 pillars for #AIGovernance are taking shape: Science. Policy. Capacity. In India, @gioasempre made the case: AI’s future can still be shaped, together. USG Gill is now on Substack. Follow for more.

🌐 How can you contribute to the UN Digital Cooperation Portal? Map how your digital initiative advances the #GlobalDigitalCompact—in minutes. 1️⃣ Describe your project 2️⃣ AI matches it to GDC objectives 3️⃣ Review & submit 🔗 undigitalcooperation.org

Missed the UN CSTD Working Group on Data Governance online event? Experts explored how global data governance shapes development, AI, and equity. Watch the full recording now to catch key insights and 2026 prospects. ⬇️ bit.ly/3O8dTOv . . #DiploNews #DataGovernance #GlobalDigitalCompact #UNCSTD #DigitalPolicy #DigitalCooperation #DataForDevelopment #OnlineEvent @OKFN @avilarenata @IndonesiaGeneva @ITforChange @GenevaGIP @SwissMFA @Geneve_int

The UN CSTD Working Group on Data Governance is entering a critical phase. Join our online discussion on 10 February, 13:00 UTC/14:00 CET to explore its progress, ongoing consultations, and how to engage in 2026. Save your spot! ⤵️ diplomacy.edu/event/decoding… . . #DiploNews #DataGovernance #GlobalDigitalCompact #UNCSTD #DigitalPolicy #DigitalCooperation #DataForDevelopment #OnlineEvent @OKFN @avilarenata @GenevaGIP @SwissMFA @Geneve_int

Today, 79% of countries have data protection laws. In LDCs, that figure drops to 57%. Digital progress moves at the speed of trust. On #DataProtectionDay, the UN is working through the #GlobalDigitalCompact to close this global trust gap & advance an inclusive digital economy.