World Telecommunication and Information Society Day - May 17
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The day marks the anniversary of the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention and the establishment of the International Telecommunication Union.
The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of communication and focuses on increasing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The day also focuses on how information travels across the world.
The theme for 2021 is "Accelerating digital transformation in challenging times."