October 06 Tuesday 14:30 – 16:00 Session ICT.2 Room F Using ICT as a stimulus: cases from around the world Countries across the world have developed economic stimulus programs to address the global recession. Many of these stimulus plans incorporate ICT and broadband infrastructure as key drivers to create jobs, create platforms for innovation, attract investment and drive new economic activity. This Session examines different approaches taken in different countries and their results. KEY QUESTIONS: – How have different countries incorporated ICT into their stimulus packages? – What role does broadband play in the stimulus packages? – Are there specific programs targeted to rural areas? – What are the different approaches taken in emerging and developed economies? – How are the programs funded? – What role is government playing? Should the focus be on innovative regulation or government funding? – What are the expected outcomes in terms of jobs and investment? Moderator Mrs Walda Roseman, CEO, CompassRose International, Inc. (United States) Panellists Dr J.S Sarma, Chairman, Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) (India) Mr Keng Thai Leong, Deputy Chief Executive and Director General, Telecoms, Infocomm Development Authority (IDA) (Singapore) Prof. Toshio Obi, Director, ITU-Waseda ICT Research Center, Waseda University (Japan) Mr Tad Deriso, President and CEO, Mid-Atlantic Broadband Cooperative – (MBC) (United States) Mr Ken Ducatel, Head of Unit, European Commission (EC) Mr Bruno Lippens, Senior Investment Manager, Sector & Theme Funds Team, Pictet Funds S.A. (Switzerland) 50