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Celebrate the 20th anniversary of MWC Barcelona with GSMA External Affairs! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Addressing critical topics such as responsible AI<\/a>, climate action<\/a>, and sustainability<\/a>, our sessions deliver you into the heart of conversations that are shaping the future of connectivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hear from global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts, as GSMA External Affairs drives discussions that enable digital innovation, economic growth and create a more inclusive, connected future. Browse our exciting programme of events and register your interest below<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Open-door seminars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Would you buy a used phone? How to build consumer confidence in refurbished devices<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mon, 2 Mar | 15:30 – 16:30 CET | CC2 GSMA Insights Hub Stage, Hall 2
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From Principles to Practice<\/strong>: Operationalising Responsible AI across the Ecosystem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tue, 3 Mar | 13:00 – 14:00 CET | CC2 GSMA Insights Hub Stage, Hall 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Building Equitable Foundations for Inclusive AI Futures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tue, 3 Mar | 14:30 – 15:30 CET | CC2 GSMA Insights Hub Stage, Hall 2
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The Business Imperative for Digital Inclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wed, 4 Mar | 10:00 – 11:00 CET | CC2 GSMA Insights Hub Stage, Hall 2
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How Green is Your Bottom Line?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thu, 5 Mar | 11:15 – 12:00 CET | Marconi Stage, Hall 6
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AI Taskforce Roundtable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mon, 2 Mar | 14:30 – 15:30 CET | CC2.3 GSMA Insights Hub, Hall 2.1 | Invite Only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sustainability Leaders Roundtable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tue, 3 Mar | 11:30 – 13:00 CET | CC2.3 GSMA Insights Hub, Hall 2.1 | Invite Only<\/strong>
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Could industry guidance on labelling boost consumer confidence in refurbished phones?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tue, 3 Mar | 13:00 – 14:30 CET | CC2.3 GSMA Insights Hub, Hall 2.1 | Invite Only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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External Affairs at the GSMA Pavilion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Location: Hall 4, Stand 4F30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This year at the GSMA Pavilion, let GSMA External Affairs take you on a journey through our impactful portfolio of work. Come and visit us to try an interactive demo and explore the key topics and initiatives shaping the mobile industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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