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Digital Transformation

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Learn how the �Ӱ��̳ is evolving its approach to digital development to create digital pathways for all.
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Watch the replay of the Global Digital Summit, where we explored innovative digital solutions and discussed the future of digital development under the theme ��Digital Pathways for All".
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Harnessing digital technologies and innovation to transform economies, enhance service delivery, and create economic and new job opportunities across sectors.

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Digital at a Glance

Digital transformation is key to development. Connectivity and data power critical services like healthcare and education, yet billions of people are still offline. �Ӱ��̳ partners with governments to build inclusive, affordable, and secure digital foundations��bridging divides, driving adoption, and enabling nations to benefit from the opportunities of a digital future.

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Students taking part in the Kosovo Connected event on March 21, 2023 pose outside of their school in Hertice, Kosovo.

Kosovo's Digital Revolution

The Digital Economy Project for Kosovo aims to improve access to high-speed broadband and online services for citizens, public, and academic institutions in underserved areas. It focuses on expanding digital connectivity, supporting digital skills and employment opportunities, and enhancing citizen engagement.

Focus Areas

Connectivity and Networks

Promoting universal access to inclusive, affordable, safe, and resilient connectivity
Data, AI, and Emerging Technologies

Harnessing the transformative potential of existing and emerging technologies to accelerate sustainable development
Digital Government

Enhancing government efficiency and creating new opportunities for innovation
Digital Safeguards

Building and strengthening trust in usage of digital platforms and services
Green Digital

Accelerating climate action in a way that is good for both people and the planet
Digital Society

Enabling individuals, communities, and governments to fully participate in the digital economy
Digital Economy

Fueling job creation, fostering innovation, and accelerating sustainable development
Gender and Inclusion in Digital

Facilitating access to education and information and helping women overcome mobility constraints
Digital in Fragile and Conflict ...

Supporting economic and social development in countries and territories affected by Fragility, Conflict, and Violence
Digital Jobs and Skills

Unlocking skills for individuals, businesses, and governments to compete in an increasingly digital world

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�Ӱ��̳ provides free and open access to a comprehensive set development data in countries around the globe.
World Development Report 2021: Data for Better Lives

World Development Report 2021: Data for Better Lives explores the potential of the changing data landscape to improve the lives of the poor, while also acknowledging the challenges new approaches to data can mean for ...
The Power of Opportunity: Why Universal Infrastructure Access Matters

Learn why broadband internet infrastructure is a crucial enabler of economic participation, education and innovation��especially in developing countries.
The Partnership on Measuring ICT for Development is an international, multi-stakeholder initiative to improve the availability and quality of ICT data and indicators, particularly in developing countries.

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