Caribbean Telecommunications Union 29d ago

The interview provided an opportunity to discuss several important regional digital development initiatives and emerging issues impacting Barbados and the wider Caribbean, including: - The Digital ID Agreement between Barbados and Guyana and its implications for regional digital integration - The Memorandum of Understanding between the CTU and The University of the West Indies (The UWI) - The establishment of a regional regulatory body for the Caribbean Caribbean Satellite (CARISAT) and efforts to promote satellite connectivity across the region - Early Warning Systems using cell broadcast technology for disaster preparedness and resilience - SMART Seas initiatives - The work and progress of the Caribbean AI Task Force - Regional updates on roaming initiatives - CTU’s ongoing work with youth and women in ICT and digital development