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Information & Communications Technologies and Sciences.</li> <li>Recognized by United Nations and other world bodies.</li> <li>Represents IT Societies from over 38 countries/regions, covering five continents with a total membership of over half a million.</li> <li>Links more than 3500 scientists from Academia & Industry. 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