November 28th, 2017

• Agreement that local content is important.
• Reliable, local broadcasting services are vital in times of national emergency (as we have seen recently following the tropical storms in the Caribbean).
• Local content can draw on the richness of a local culture and also provide income through exporting to other markets.
• Digital switchover is a costly process: some countries have invested significant public funds, while in others this is not available.
• Support needs to be given to the elderly and other vulnerable groups.
• Regions can, and should, work together on the digital transition, especially with regard to standards and frequency coordination.
• Regulation is important in order to ensure the digital dividend is wisely apportioned and that content is not illegal.