World Bank Launches Initiative To Empower Tajikistan's Digital Economy
Date
12/22/2024 5:10:13 AM
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, December 22. The World
Bank has approved the Tajikistan Digital Foundations Project, aimed
at improving digital services and skills across the country,
including in rural areas, Trend reports.
The project, with a total funding of $39 million, is supported
by a $30 million grant from the World Bank's International
Development Association (IDA) and an additional $9 million from the
Government of Switzerland.
The initiative aims to enhance the quality, accessibility, and
transparency of public services, benefiting citizens, businesses,
and the government. Over 28,000 people will gain digital skills,
with 2,000 individuals receiving advanced training to boost their
job prospects. The project also plans to extend broadband
connectivity to at least 100 schools, helping to reduce the digital
divide in rural areas.
Businesses will benefit from a safer and more reliable legal and
regulatory framework, improving trust in digital transactions,
government services, and digital platforms. The project also aims
to mobilize private investment to bring internet access to
underserved areas.
The Government of Switzerland is supporting the project, which
will be implemented in partnership with the United Nations
Development Program (UNDP), UNICEF, and other stakeholders.
According to Ozan Sevimli, World Bank Country Manager for
Tajikistan, the project aims to foster innovation, improve
connectivity, and create new opportunities for communities and the
private sector by addressing the digital divide.
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