Doha, Qatar | November 12, 2026

Liberia has renewed its participation in the global telecommunications decision-making process, taking part in the leadership elections of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for the first time in many years. Liberia’s delegation voted on behalf of Liberia at the ongoing ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar. Liberia’s participation marks an important step toward strengthening its presence and voice in international telecommunications affairs. It also provides an opportunity for the country to engage with other Member States, contribute to global digital policy discussions, build strategic partnerships, and advance its interests in telecommunications development, digital connectivity, and innovation.

During the elections, ITU Member States re-elected Doreen Bogdan-Martin of the United States unanimously as Secretary-General, securing 164 of the 173 votes cast for another four-year term. The Plenipotentiary Conference is ITU’s highest decision-making forum, where Member States elect the organization’s leadership and determine its strategic direction, policies, and budget for the next four years. Liberia’s renewed engagement underscores the importance of active international representation in shaping the policies and decisions that influence the future of global telecommunications and digital development. The conference runs through November 27, 2026, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Qatar.