TU Telecom, part of the ITU, organizes ITU Telecom World, a not-for-profit neutral platform to accelerate ICT innovation for social and economic development through exhibiting solutions, sharing knowledge and networking. ITU Telecom World 2011 in Geneva marked the event’s 40th anniversary following its debut in 1971. Established as the leading exhibition and forum for the global ICT industry, it brings together public and private representatives to collaborate and engage in high-level dialogue on the major challenges facing the sector. In 2011, ITU Telecom World moved to become a global annual event in rotating geographic locations, with ITU Telecom World 2012 hosted in Dubai, UAE, ITU Telecom World 2013 in Bangkok, Thailand and ITU Telecom World 2014 in Doha, Qatar. ITU Telecom World 2015 takes place in Budapest, Hungary, from 12 to 15 October.