Follow-up and review action 10

We recognize that further strengthening of system-wide coordination is required to enable the United Nations to realize the inclusive platform for digital cooperation set out in this Compact. To this end, we request the Secretary-General, following consultations with Member States, to submit a proposal to the General Assembly during its seventy-ninth session for the establishment of an office, building on and incorporating the activities and resources of the existing Office of the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology, to facilitate system-wide coordination, working closely with existing mechanisms. This proposal should include detailed information on operational functions, structure, location, mandate renewal, resources and staffing.

UN entity lead: Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies

Milestone 1 | Deadline 31 December 2025

The General Assembly approves the establishment of the Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies through resolution A/RES/79/258 of 31 December 2024.

Digital challenges move fast – and fragmented responses won't keep up. This action strengthens coordination across the UN system by establishing a dedicated office for digital cooperation, ensuring the Organization can support Member States with unified, effective action. It builds on existing efforts while scaling up capacity to govern technologies that shape every aspect of our lives.