SIDS' policymaking leverages robust data, science, innovation and technology

Enhance capacity-building support for SIDS, significantly increasing the availability of high-quality, timely, disaggregated, and reliable data

Increase financing to support the upgrade and strengthening of national data infrastructure and systems, enabling better integration of data into development planning and enhancing the capacity of statistical offices in SIDS, based on their national contexts

All SIDS can use science-based and innovative approaches, including the responsible use of AI and geospatial technologies

Integrate data into development planning, harnessing the potential of demographic, risk management, and marine data in all SIDS

Expand scientific research and innovation while increasing R&D investment

Assist SIDS in developing policies and legislation to create an enabling environment for digital transformation at national and regional levels, including through the development of Science, Technology, and Innovation Roadmaps, tailored to national circumstances, priorities, and legislation

Enhance digital development in SIDS, strengthen institutional capacity, e-governance, and inclusive digital societies, and ensure their populations have access to reliable digital infrastructure