Digital

Digital transformation has catapulted BIMP-EAGA and the wider ASEAN region into a new era of development, revolutionizing trade, enhancing productivity, and improving public service delivery.

The Digital sector, formerly known as the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector, has evolved beyond simple connection and computing, creating an ecosystem driven by frontier technologies. Digital platforms have been at the forefront of the ICT sector’s remarkable evolution, connecting businesses, customers, and service providers to facilitate the exchange of information, goods, and services.

BIMP-EAGA seeks to become digitally integrated, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable, powered by secure, green, and innovative digital solutions that seamlessly connect communities, drive trade and investment, create quality jobs, elevate public service delivery, and improve quality of life. 

Strategic Priorities

1. Upgrade digital infrastructure and connectivity in accordance with evolving and emerging technologies.

2. Strengthen basic literacy and accelerate digital upskilling and reskilling initiatives.

3. Strengthen the regulatory environment to enable inclusive, secure, and innovation-driven digital development and effective governance.

4. Accelerate the adoption of digital solutions to advance the priorities of key sectors.