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p. 11 of 23 BACK | NEXT Executive Summary I. Introduction II. The Information Revolution III. Need for an ADB Strategic Approach for ICT IV. Strategic Thrusts A. Create an Enabling Environment B. Build Human Resources C. Develop ICT Applications and Information Content V. Proposed Action Plan VI. Implications for ADB

Toward E-Development in Asia and the Pacific: A Strategic Approach for Information and Communication Technology

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IV. Strategic Thrusts

21. The strategic approach for ICT must (i) recognize that ADB’s financial and human resources are limited, so that its ICT development assistance must be selective and focused, and (ii) look for ways to enable DMCs to access additional resources from other sources. DMC ownership of managing their ICT strategy and activities is essential. The strategic approach will support DMCs in systematically developing and integrating ICT components in development projects and activities to increase their reach, efficiency, and impact. The strategic approach will encourage regional cooperation, partnerships, and networking to enhance local efforts at development, and promote private sector participation in ICT development.

22. The strategic approach to ICT will support ICT-related activities in DMCs to enhance the impact of ADB’s poverty reduction strategy and other development activities through three main thrusts: create an enabling environment, build human resources, and develop ICT applications and information content.

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