Senegalese Delegation Engages with Global Leaders on Future of Digital Regulation

The 25th edition of the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from September 1 to 3, 2025, bringing together regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the world to reflect on the future of digital governance.

Organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)  and hosted by Saudi Arabia’s electronic communications regulator, the event focused on how regulation must evolve to address rapid technological developments, including emerging technologies and fintech. Participants stressed the need for regulators to act not only as industry arbiters but also as architects of digital transformation, calling for greater policy harmonization, agility, and international cooperation.

Senegal’s delegation, led by the Director General of the Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications et des Postes (ARTP) , took part in the high-level discussions and bilateral meetings. The Director General held talks with ITU leaders, including Acting Secretary-General Martin Bogdan, as well as former ITU Secretaries-General Hamadoun Touré and Houlin Zhao. Engagements also included exchanges with members of the Francophone Telecommunication Regulators Network (FRATEL) and other global regulatory authorities.

In addition, the ARTP explored avenues of cooperation with the Bahamas’ Public Services and Competition Regulation Authority (URCA) and met with Helios Towers, whose Senegal subsidiary is working on expanding telecom infrastructure in the country. The delegation also engaged with satellite operators showcasing innovative solutions in connectivity and Earth observation.

The symposium reaffirmed the critical role of regulators in shaping inclusive, adaptive digital ecosystems, with Senegal positioning itself as an active participant in the global digital dialogue.