Digital Transformation | Panel Discussion | IIDS Policy Conclave 2023

IIDS Policy Conclave 2023: Panel Discussion on 'Digital Transformation'

The panel discussion emphasized digitization's dual role in fostering and propelling growth being pivotal, with Nepal's emphasis on robust digital infrastructures across sectors to fortify its global position. The session centered on key facets: investing digitization's growth potential and obstacles, addressing the digital divide, boosting digital literacy, assessing regulatory frameworks, and evaluating Nepal's IT human capital landscape. Discussions extended to digital privacy, cybersecurity, and the impact of digitization on the national GDP.

Panelists: Hon. Ms. Sumana Shrestha (Member of Federal Parliament), Mr. Anil Kumar Dutta (Joint Security, MOCIT), Mr. Dipesh Bista (CEO (Member-Security) E-Governance Commission), Mr. Bal Krishna Joshi (Co- founder of Xuno/ thamel.com) and Mr. Richan Shrestha (President, NASIT)

Moderated by: Dr. Amrita Sharma (IIDS) and Ms. Deeja Bastakoti (IIDS)