The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is pleased to announce that the next Radiocommunication Assembly (RA-27) and World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-27) will take place in Shanghai, China, from 11 October to 12 November 2027.
Held every four years, the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) reviews and revises the ITU Radio Regulations , the international treaty governing the use of the radio frequency spectrum and associated satellite orbits.
During the four-week conference, ITU Member States will consider the results of technical studies and adopt decisions that shape the future use of spectrum for a wide range of radiocommunication services and applications, including mobile, satellite, radiolocation, radio astronomy, and space research services that support lunar communications.
"WRC-27 will be a defining moment in making universal, meaningful connectivity a reality," said ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. "The conference will make critical decisions about sharing spectrum and satellite orbit resources efficiently and equitably, on Earth and in space, in ways that benefit all of humanity."
Over 4,000 delegates are expected to attend the WRC-27 and RA-27 meetings. In addition to ITU's 194 Member States, representatives from sister United Nations agencies, Regional Telecommunication Organizations, and ITU Radiocommunication Sector Members will participate as observers.
"As the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to host the WRC, China highly anticipates the successful convening of this grand event," said Li Lecheng, Minister of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) of China. "We will fulfill our obligations as the host country in accordance with ITU's rules and regulations, provide comprehensive services and support for the Conference, and work together with all ITU member states to present to the world a radiocommunication event that fosters win-win cooperation and yields fruitful outcomes. We hereby extend a cordial invitation to all delegates to the event and wish them all a pleasant stay in Shanghai."
Preparations underway
The WRC preparatory process spans a four-year study cycle, involving extensive studies and technical discussions among governments, regulators, equipment manufacturers, telecommunication operators, and industry forums at national, regional, and global levels.
"World Radiocommunication Conferences are essential to shaping the future of global communications," said Mario Maniewicz, Director of the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau. "WRC-27 in Shanghai will guide the evolution of radiocommunication services on Earth and in space - for broadband connectivity, safety of life, and space and Earth observation. It is where the international community comes together to ensure that spectrum regulations keep pace with rapid technological innovation and respond to global, regional, and national needs."
WRC's inclusive and collaborative approach enables consensus-building among all stakeholders. It ensures that the Radio Regulations remain a stable, predictable, and universally applied framework - fostering an interference-free environment that supports continued investment in radiocommunication services.
