Development of National Broadband Plans in Latin America and the Caribbean

All governments in the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region should have a national broadband plan (NBP) as a key pillar for any digital agenda. Most countries have adopted them; however, most plans are outdated and, in general, lack clear, ambitious, and achievable policy-related commitments and quantifiable targets. Many also lack effective monitoring and evaluation programs. This publication details the benefits of and proposes a framework for NBPs in the region. As the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development has pointed out, a well-formed national broadband plan is a countrys blueprint for addressing and reducing digital inequality. In addition, in its latest Affordability Report, the Alliance for Affordable Internet details the linkage between high-quality national broadband plans and progress toward affordability.

Bibliographic Details

Main Author:	Inter-American Development Bank
Other Authors:	Antonio García Zaballos
Language:	English
Published:	Inter-American Development Bank
Subjects:	Broadband Policy, Broadband Service, Digital Infrastructure, Digital Technology, Satellite Broadband Service, Digital Inclusion, Mobile Phone System, Regulation, Internet, Digital Skill, Mobile Connectivity, I38 - Government Policy • Provision and Effects of Welfare Programs, L52 - Industrial Policy • Sectoral Planning Methods, L86 - Information and Internet Services • Computer Software, L96 - Telecommunications, Broadband plans;connectivity;digital infraestructure,
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.18235/0003651 https://publications.iadb.org/en/development-national-broadband-plans-latin-america-and-caribbean
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