 For decades, ITU-BDT has helped regulators drive information and communications technologies for development. The transformation sweeping the ICT sector has radically changed the way we live and communicate. We've seen tremendous progress and change in the sector. These changes have created a framework for a digital economy that continues to evolve, bringing exciting opportunities. With opportunity comes challenge. The ever-changing ICT landscape needs careful regulation and policy attention to continue to flourish. More needs to be done to ensure all citizens benefit from the digital society. There are still billions of people worldwide yet to benefit from the digital economy. As the sector evolves, it brings new players, new technologies, new business models and new opportunities. Regulators and policy makers must consciously adapt to position ICTs as the foundation for economic and social development across many sectors and help others to respond. Every year, the Global Symposium for Regulators, GSR, brings together regulators and businesses from around the world to collaborate and define innovative regulatory responses that drive real change in people's lives. ITU works with regulators to build an enabling environment and inclusive dialogue that fosters transparent and forward-looking legal and regulatory frameworks. GSR offers a neutral platform to share best practices, leverage ITU's expertise and build meaningful reform in national markets to stimulate investment. We need to work together to create an enabling environment between regulators and across sectors. GSR provides the platform for this inclusive dialogue. Together, we have the power to drive change and deliver transformative technologies and regulatory responses that bring real change to people's lives. Join us.