Digital economy report: Pacific edition 2022 towards value creation and inclusiveness

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United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

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UN

This first Pacific edition of the Digital Economy Report provides a broad overview of the current digital economy landscape in the region and highlights key information about emerging trends and business models. The report first takes stock of data and trends related to the digital infrastructure in the Pacific and examines different aspects related to connectivity, followed by data and trends in ICT and Internet use. It then highlights key policy areas that are relevant to value creation and capture in the Pacific, with a focus on digital platforms and e-commerce. The report highlights the cross-cutting nature of e-commerce and the digital economy and the importance of taking action in different policy areas. Building on the Pacific Regional E-commerce Strategy and Roadmap, it summarizes progress to date and discusses goals and priorities for future activities in support of an inclusive digital economy in the Pacific