Background
Equitable information and communications technology (ICT) connectivity around the Asia-Pacific region remains a development bottleneck and particular concern across the region. To connect the offline population excluded from the benefits of the global digital economy and accelerate digitalization trends, policy makers, development partners and investors are reviewing their strategies while considering their fiscal space and determining investment priorities.
Scope and Objectives
Webinar featured the launch of ITU Last Mile Connectivity Solutions Guide which is designed to assist efforts to extend affordable and sustainable connectivity service to under-connected localities. The Guide also assists governments in their role of funding and implementing universal access to connectivity. This includes identifying the unconnected areas and selecting sustainable technical, financial and regulatory solutions to ensure affordability and accessibility to relevant connectivity services.
The event provided an overview of solutions for last mile connectivity in rural and remote areas based upon successful implementations in countries around the world. Invited experts will discuss technical, business, and regulatory considerations for implementing last mile connectivity solutions to connect the unserved and underserved populations, especially in rural and remote areas.
Target audience
Public policy and decision makers, regulators, private sector representatives, development partners, special interest groups, experts, and academics.
