Digital Economy

The role that digital technology plays in increasing economic opportunity and efficiency, trade and competitiveness, and global economic integration.

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Digital Economy refers to the role that digital technology plays in increasing economic opportunity and efficiency, trade and competitiveness, and global economic integration. This topic covers the opportunities and barriers to adoption of digital financial services, e-commerce, and digital trade. It also examines strengths and weaknesses in the local digital talent pool and the tech startup environment.

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