The world’s digital divide: U.N. telecom treaty passes without support of U.S., others | Good Morning Silicon Valley

So... remind me of the point of this organization; I think I missed something

"While the treaty passed, the lack of support of the United States and other big countries may mean not much will change. The nations that seek greater control will still do what they want, while those that say they’re all about Internet freedom will still support it when convenient. In addition, the ITU has pointed out its rules are non-binding."

The world’s digital divide: U.N. telecom treaty passes without support of U.S., others | Good Morning Silicon Valley