Digital Union - November 2021

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FEATURED: Protecting the mail, protecting the public

The mere nature of mail – its ability to carry sealed items across borders and doorsteps – makes it inherently vulnerable to malicious practices. Ensuring that the content of the packages that enter customers’ homes does not harm them and their families is one of the responsibilities of postal operators. However, while mail security is paramount, various factors, including ignorance, inadequate capacities and knowledge, may facilitate postal crimes.

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More about postal security

Postal security champions: PUASP receives the first PSG Chairman Award
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As old as the nation: History of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service
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Message from Pablo Sagastume, the winner of the PSG Chairman Award 2021

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The biggest cases of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service
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POC/CA sessions in Bern

UPU launches new work on modernizing postal sector

The UN specialized agency for the postal sector began work on its new strategy and business plan during sessions of its Council of Administration and Postal Operations Council. It was the first regular gathering of the two decision-making bodies following the completion of the Universal Postal Congress held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, this past August, which set the course for the organization’s work until 2025.

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Read opening remarks by the UPU Director General at the 2021.2 CA plenary session (S0).
Access the dedicated Flickr album.

UPU eyes the future as it follows through on decisions made at Abidjan postal congress

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CA Chair Isaac Gnamba-Yao looks ahead at the Abidjan Cycle
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Media zone

UPU Podcast: Protecting the mail, protecting the public

Ian Kerr spoke to the USPIS Chief Postal Inspector about the work of the nation’s oldest law enforcement agency, the critical role of prevention and timely reporting, and the ways to improve security levels on both the postal and the consumer sides.

Listen on all streaming platforms and subscribe here.

UPU Blog: Customer-centric innovations are the future for postal financial services

Businesses across all segments of the global economy are continually innovating their products and services to remain relevant in a world where clients are increasingly digital, hyper connected, information-rich, and able to source globally.

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We are open to contributions! Email us at communication@upu.int to have your postal blog featured.

Postal innovations

New UPU report guides sector on innovation in digital financial services
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.POST Group continues to embrace private sector partnerships to accelerate innovation and cybersecurity
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UPU introducing its new "Innovating Digital Financial Services for Posts" report
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Egypt Post continues to expand its financial services offering
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Climate and sustainability

UPU’s theme for 2022 International Letter-Writing Competition gives young people a voice in climate crisis

The theme for next year’s World Post Day on 9 October is “Post for Planet” and will highlight Posts’ role in accelerating action against climate change. “Write a letter to someone influential explaining why and how they should take action on the climate crisis,” is the theme for the Universal Postal Union’s 2022 International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People.

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UPU highlights posts’ green achievements as COP26 continues in Glasgow, Scotland
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New UPU philatelic design delivers powerful climate message
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Interviews

2021 ILWC winner: children’s letters can create history
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Who's who at the UPU: Stefania Tarquini
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What's up next - Upcoming events

6 December 2021 - UPU DMAB's Innovation Talk 8, online

Held under the theme "Online OR offline, online AND offline, what is the winning formula?", the event will feature Dr. Ralf Kreutzer, Professor of Marketing at Berlin School of Economics and Law, as a guest speaker.

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15 December 2021 - UPU Voice Mail Exchanges, online

An expert panel discussion will focus on the theme "Posts, Planet and Economies: A circular route to postal sustainability" and examine the role of the Post in the circular economy and global sustainability efforts.

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More is upcoming! Keep checking our events page.

New releases

Innovating Digital Financial Services for Posts

As the nature of communication has evolved from letter post to electronic formats, Posts too are adapting and expanding their services to meet the needs of an ever-changing society. The new UPU study identifies approaches and practices that can guide Posts, especially in emerging and transitioning economies, in their innovation journey.

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Terminal Dues – New Frontiers for a Changing World

The publication considers the evolution of the UPU’s terminal dues system over the last 50 years from its origins to the present day, and analyzes the major policy and market factors that have shaped, and continue to shape, the evolution of this pillar of the global postal network.

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