05.12.2025 —

In 2024, 2.6 billion people – one third of the global population – remained completely offline, meaning they had not used the Internet even once in the last three months. In fact, many more are technically “online” but still lack the level of access needed to participate in today’s digital society. Rural communities, low-income groups, people with lower levels of education, and women – especially in low and middle-income countries – remain the least likely to have meaningful access.

28.10.2025 — In a world where more than 4 billion people – mainly in low- and middle-income segments – still lack adequate insurance coverage, the concept of inclusive insurance has emerged as a powerful means to strengthen financial resilience and social protection. Yet many vulnerable communities continue to face barriers to access. This is where postal networks come in: trusted public service providers with deep community roots, uniquely positioned to bridge the insurance gap.

27.08.2025 — The UPU is committed to ensuring postal operators and their customers can access global markets through the most efficient and modern customs processes, including through the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) model, which enhances visibility of the taxes and duties payable in advance and ensures the smooth processing of customers’ items through to delivery.

07.08.2025 — As countries prepare to meet in Dubai to decide the future of the postal sector, digitization of the postal network and its services will be at the forefront of discussions. The UPU’s Postal Technology Centre stands ready to help secure the sector as it moves ever more online.

11.07.2025 — The 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai marks a pivotal moment for the future of the global postal network. At this critical juncture, the UPU’s 192 member countries will be invited to endorse the UPU Strategy for the Dubai Cycle (2026-2029) – a forward-looking roadmap that redefines how the UPU and its stakeholders will adapt to the rapidly evolving communications and trade landscape.

25.06.2025 — Rain or shine, national postal services continue to deliver letters and packages across regions and borders, connecting communities and supporting essential public infrastructure. But what happens when a landslide blocks the only road to a valley, volcanic ash grounds air traffic, or drought leaves waterways unnavigable?

27.03.2025 — My journey with the postal world began when I was about six years old. I vividly remember accompanying my father to the local post office, where he would unlock a small box – one among many embedded in the wall. Sometimes, there were envelopes waiting inside, which felt almost magical; other times, the box was empty, and that was far less exciting.

27.02.2025 — For 150 years, postal networks have been essential for communication, commerce and connectivity. From the early days of steamships and horse-drawn mail coaches to today’s digital age of e-commerce and logistics, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) has played a central role in shaping this industry. To mark this milestone, the UPU has released the State of the Postal Sector 2024, a landmark report that examines where postal services stand today and how they can evolve in the future.

08.05.2024 — As the representatives of the Co-Chairs of the IATA–UPU Contact Committee (American Airlines and Sweden), we are excited to share recent strides forward in cooperation between the aviation and postal industries to enhance global mail delivery. These joint efforts reflect these sectors’ shared commitment to addressing logistical challenges and improving service quality for customers worldwide.

06.03.2024 — In the wake of the economic crisis of 2008 and the unprecedented lockdown of 2020, the once-prevalent tradition of sending letters has faced a steady decline, hastened by the widespread adoption of the Internet. This shift is leading to the gradual disappearance of the humble envelope, prompting a closer examination of the standardization efforts spearheaded by the Universal Postal Union (UPU) over half a century ago.

28.08.2023 —

Last month, Ghana Post had the privilege of participating in the Universal Postal Union’s (UPU) Postal Data Hackathon in Berne, Switzerland. As someone interested in data science, analytics, and problem-solving, this experience was highly rewarding for me, both at the personal level and for Ghana Post at large. Hackathons such as this one offer an excellent opportunity for postal administrations and their employees to enhance technical skills, learn new tools and techniques, and foster valuable connections with like-minded professionals.

10.08.2023 — The revolutionary crypto stamps produced by Stampfinity, a brand of VariusSystems, a newly joined UPU Consultative Committee member, have become a steppingstone in the world of collectibles, enabling postal organizations to reach new target groups and provide additional value to collectors. These stamps serve as a gateway for individuals to explore the benefits of blockchain technology without any risk or tedious registration processes.