 The vital role of ICT regulator in creating an enabling environment for ICT growth and development is little known. But working behind the scenes, regulators ensure fair market practices, fair operating conditions for service providers, and most importantly, fair prices for consumers. The frameworks developed and implemented by each and every national regulator serve as the cornerstone of that country's ICT market development. Put the right policies in place and ICT markets will flourish. Get the policy mix wrong and you can slow down growth and discourage investment. In today's increasingly converged ICT environment, ITU believes all regulators from the smallest market to the largest and most powerful benefit from international dialogue, the chance to share experiences, and the opportunity to discuss and define best practice. That's why ITU's Global Symposium for Regulators has grown quickly to become the preeminent annual event for the global regulatory community. With the theme of capitalizing on the potential of the digital world, this year's event is kindly being hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain under the honorary patronage of Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa. On days one and two, the Global Regulators Industry Dialogue brings the essential voice of industry into the discussion. On day three, we privileged the regulatory and policymaking community promoting free and frank exchange that culminates in a set of guidelines and best practice. I encourage everyone who has something to say in the shape of tomorrow's ICT ecosystem to join top policy makers from around the world from 3 to 5 June in Manama, Bahrain, for a stimulating and productive program of high level discussions and the warm welcome and hospitality that Bahrain is famous for. I look forward to seeing you there.