Internet governance
The global Internet Governance Forum (IGF) convened in Baku, Azerbaijan, between 6 and 9 November. The IGF seeks to help build a safe, democratic and stable internet by promoting and facilitating cooperation and the exchange of knowledge. The main theme of the
meeting was 'internet governance for sustainable development'. Dutch input was prepared at the NL IGF Event 2012, which took place in The Hague on 28 September. At the event, businesses, government, NGOs and other stakeholders exchanged views on matters scheduled for discussion at the global IGF. The NL IGF is an initiative of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, SIDN and ECP.