World Bank launches strategy to boost digital access in developing nations
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Updated Oct 20
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What happened
The World Bank announced a new strategy aimed at boosting connectivity and making digital access more affordable in developing countries. The bank plans to support infrastructure for connectivity and lower the cost of entry-level smartphone and broadband services.
From manilatimes.net
Why it matters
The bank noted that while 1.2 billion people are projected to reach working age in developing countries over the next 10 to 15 years, these economies are expected to create only 420 million jobs. The strategy aims to address the digital divide, where only 23 percent of people in low-income countries use the Internet.
From manilatimes.net
Who's involved
- World BankAnnounced the new strategy to improve digital access and connectivity.
- BangladeshA country that receives structural support and financial aid from the World Bank.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- World Bank's digital strategy may reshape aid focus for BangladeshThe World Bank's focus on digital infrastructure may reshape financial support for Bangladesh.Possible
- World Bank's digital strategy could shift IMF's global policy focusIMF may adjust policy focus to align with World Bank's digital development push.Possible
- IBRD's lending may shift to prioritize digital connectivity projectsIBRD's lending may shift to prioritize digital connectivity projectsPossible
- Federal government may need to update digital infrastructure for connectivityFederal government may need to update digital infrastructure for connectivityPossible
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