United Nations sets global broadband targets

The United Nation’s Broadband Commission has set global broadband targets to bring Internet service to the half of world’s population without access – an estimated 3.8 billion people. According to the UN, the targets aim to expand broadband infrastructure, increase Internet access and use by populations around the world, and improve livelihoods and economies.

Here are the Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development’s 2025 targets:

1. By 2025, all countries should have a funded national broadband plan or strategy, or include broadband in their universal access and services definition.

2. By 2025, entry-level broadband services should be made affordable in developing countries, at less than 2% of monthly gross national income per capita.

3. By 2025 broadband / Internet user penetration should reach: 75% worldwide, 65% in developing countries, and 35% in least developed countries.

4. By 2025, 60% of youth and adults should have achieved at least a minimum level of proficiency in sustainable digital skills.

5. By 2025, 40% of the world's population should be using digital financial services.

6. By 2025, unconnectedness of Micro-, Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises should be reduced by 50%, by sector.

7. By 2025, gender equality should be achieved across all targets.

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UN Broadband Commission sets global broadband targets to bring online the world’s 3.8 billion not connected to the Internet (International Telecommunication Union, Jan. 23, 2018)