ICT and Telecommunications Are Now a Part of Any Solutions

Abstract

The discussion points are the role of the World Summit on the Information Society and the International Telecommunication Union in promoting the information and communication technologies and the value of information as a basic condition for development in the modern era. While acknowledging global informatization trends, SMEs contribution in ICT development in national economies is emphasized. Attention is drawn to the importance of strengthening international cooperation in the development and implementation of ICT for sustainable development.