 With only 11 years to go to 2030, the WISIS Forum 2019 provides a key opportunity to discuss how we can accelerate progress towards achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by smartly applying information and communication technology. The 2030 Agenda is a roadmap towards achieving sustainable and inclusive development for all. It frames our aspirations for more equal, peaceful and just societies everywhere and societies which end poverty in all forms and economies which grow along sustainable pathways. Information and communication technologies are key enablers for sustainable development, bringing new opportunities and solutions to global challenges, providing the means to reach more people, including those most remote with the greatest impact. At UNITAR we are committed to ensuring that the UN is a level playing field by striving to ensure that our training harnesses the latest modern technologies with the widest scope of accessibility to reach the furthest communities who are most in need. We are committed to working with the ITU, the private sector and other key partners to widen access to the internet and ICTs in general. Thank you.