The World Bank Group is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. With 189 member countries, staff from more than 170 countries, and offices in over 130 locations, the World Bank Group is a unique global partnership: five institutions working for sustainable solutions that reduce poverty and build shared prosperity in developing countries.
The mission of the World Bank Group is to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. The World Bank Group provides a wide array of financial products and technical assistance, and helps countries share and apply innovative knowledge and solutions to the challenges they face.
The Digital Transformation team of the World Bank Group works with governments in developing countries to build the foundations for digital transformation, including their transition to digital economies, governments, and societies.
The Digital Transformation work focuses on key pillars, including inclusive access to fast, reliable, safe, and affordable internet. Across the World Bank, the team seeks to stimulate demand for digital applications, digital skills, and digital platforms to support governments, business, and individuals to participate more fully in the digital economy.
The activities in the sector are built on collaborative efforts across the World Bank and focus on key elements which, combined, form the basis for strong, inclusive, and responsible digital transformation for economies, governments, and societies. These include:
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