Facilitating the Internet of Things and smart sustainable cities and communities (Resolution 197, Rev. Dubai 2018)

Summary

Resolution 197 (Rev. Dubai, 2018) by the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference aims to facilitate the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart sustainable cities and communities (SSCCs). It emphasizes global development through investment in IoT, aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The resolution highlights the roles of ITU-T, ITU-R, and ITU-D in standardizing IoT and SSCCs, enhancing technical and operational aspects, and promoting telecommunication development. The resolution also calls for the development of guidelines, best practices, and enabling frameworks for IoT and SSCCs, encouraging active stakeholder participation and cooperation. Annual reports on progress and results will be submitted to ITU Council sessions, with a comprehensive report to the next plenipotentiary conference in 2022. The resolution underscores the importance of interoperability, technical specifications, and collaboration to realize a globally connected IoT ecosystem.