Brunei action plan “enhancing ICT competitiveness: capacity building”

Summary

The Sixth ASEAN Telecommunications and IT Ministers Meeting in Brunei Darussalam (September 2006) focused on advancing ASEAN’s ICT development and competitiveness. The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to economic integration, narrowing the development gap, and building an inclusive Information Society. The meeting resulted in a Plan of Action that includes enhancing ICT capacity through training programs, developing a robust ASEAN Information Infrastructure, and increasing ICT access and usage across all societal levels. Key initiatives include promoting e-commerce, facilitating affordable universal access, and strengthening cyber-security. The ministers also emphasized the importance of collaboration with international partners and the private sector to pool resources and expertise. Additionally, the establishment of the ASEAN ICT Fund and ASEAN ICT Centre were highlighted as critical steps to support ICT projects and innovation in the region. The Plan of Action aims to implement these initiatives by 2007, contributing to ASEAN’s broader goals of economic integration and ICT competitiveness.