Events for February 9 - February 9

Diplo and the Geneva Internet Platform at IGF 2023

Event description Diplo  and the Geneva Internet Platform (GIP) will be actively engaged in the 2023 Internet Governance Forum (IGF) which will take place between 8 and 12 October 2023, in Kyoto, Japan, and online. Just-in-time reporting As in previous years, the GIP Digital Watch observatory will provide just-in-time reporting from the IGF. Bookmark [...]

Post-IGF briefing

Event description Post-IGF briefing for the Permanent Missions in Geneva will be co-organised with the PM of Japan (host of IGF) and IGF Secretariat.

2023 Global Cybersecurity Forum

Event description Dr Jovan Kurbalija, Director of DiploFoundation and Head of Geneva Internet Platform will address the 2023 Global Cybersecurity Forum in Riyadh. This year’s forum will be held under the theme ‘Charting Shared Priorities in Cyberspace’ theme, aiming to advance the global cyber community towards aligning on strategic priorities, expanding future opportunities, and [...]

4th AI Policy summit

Event description In a world shaped every day by technological developments, it is of utmost importance to discuss what roles these technologies should play in society. The 4th AI Policy Summit continues the multi-stakeholder dialogue with leading experts in exploring the use of public policy and societal engagement to capture the benefits of artificial [...]

SEEDIG 8

Event descriptionThe 8th Annual Meeting of the South Eastern European Dialogue on Internet Governance (SEEDIG) is scheduled to take place on 6-7 November 2023 in Zagreb, Croatia​.Under the theme ‘Digital Beyond Borders: Regional Synergy for Community Advancement,’ SEEDIG 8 has chosen this theme to underscore its dedication to fostering community growth and strengthening partnerships across [...]

Principles for our digital future: Simulating the negotiation of a Global Digital Compact

Event description Overview Today, digital technologies are all around us, embedded in our mobile phones, enhancing industrial processes, or powering the growth of economies. We talk about digital economies and societies, digital rights, digital inequalities, and so on. Now, imagine the world 10 or 20 years from now. What would it look like? Will [...]

Visit to Nairobi by DiploTeam

Event description Diplo’s visit to Kenya encompasses three core objectives: exploring avenues for delivering diplomatic courses, forging strategic partnerships, and reinforcing connections with alumni to strengthen the global network. This multifaceted endeavour underscores Diplo’s commitment to shaping the future of international diplomacy and global engagement. In Jovan Kurbalija’s tradition of linking AI and digital developments [...]

Visit to Addis Ababa by DiploTeam

Event description DiploTeam’s visit to Addis Ababa will centre on providing training in digital diplomacy for Ethiopian government officials and engaging in collaborative brainstorming with the African Union Commission.

Policy Meets Tech: Artificial intelligence

Event descriptionThe second event in the ‘Policy meets tech’ series will be dedicated to artificial intelligence. It will focus on unpacking AI technology and discussing its policy implications.The series is organised by Diplo, with the support of the US Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva, and is dedicated to permanent missions in Geneva. This [...]

UNCTAD eWeek

Event description In anticipation of the ever-changing digital landscape, the renowned eCommerce Week is embracing a new identity as UNCTAD eWeek, beginning with its 2023 edition. This transformation reflects a dynamic shift in its mission. Organized in close collaboration between UNCTAD and eTrade for all partners, the eagerly awaited UNCTAD eWeek 2023 is set [...]