ITU World Radiocommunication Conference

Decker Anstrom To Lead U.S. Delegation to ITU World Radiocommunication Conference

Media Note
Office of the Spokesperson
Washington, DC
January 22, 2015

S. Decker Anstrom joined the Office of International Communications and Information Policy to lead preparations and the U.S. delegation to the World Radiocommunication Conference 2015 (WRC-15) under the auspices of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The conference will take place November 2-27, 2015, at ITU headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. World Radiocommunication Conferences are held every three to four years to update the international Radio Regulations—the treaty governing the global use of the radio frequency spectrum, including satellite applications. WRC-15 will address many current and important issues, including spectrum management, next generation mobile broadband systems, and command of unmanned aircraft. WRC-15 is a significant opportunity to advance United States’ interests related to telecommunications, innovation, economic growth, and national security.

Mr. Anstrom, who has a distinguished career in public service and the telecommunications industry, previously served as Ambassador and U.S. Representative to the World Radiocommunication Conference 2012.

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