Brazil strengthens DPI ahead of G20

As Brazil prepares to host the G20 summit in November 2024, it aims to showcase its achievements and lead digital transformation within the Global South.
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Brazil is advancing its public digital infrastructure ahead of the G20 Summit scheduled for 18 and 19 November in Rio de Janeiro. The government aims to provide better access to digital services, economic growth, and greater social inclusion.

The Gov.br platform is central to this transformation, a unified digital identity system facilitating seamless access to various government services. This platform consolidates the identification systems of Brazil’s 27 states, ensuring greater interoperability and streamlining other identification processes.

Developed to unify Brazil’s 27 state ID systems, it has achieved impressive registration rates—over 90% for adults and 98% for children under five. The platform also supports financial inclusion through initiatives like Caixa Tem, a digital wallet linked to the Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas (CPF), Brazil’s national ID. The CPF and Caixa Tem have already improved social benefits distribution and banking services for the unbanked, exemplifying Brazil’s efforts to promote financial inclusion.

Why does it matter?

Brazil’s digital advancements are also positioned to influence the Global South, setting an example for other developing nations. As Brazil prepares to host the G20 summit in 2024, it has prioritised digital public infrastructure, advocating for a global approach to digital governance and data management.