Science, technology, and innovation for development and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and building resilience against emerging challenges

Support the efforts of least developed countries to significantly improve their science, technology and innovation infrastructure and innovation capacities by 2031

Ensure universal and affordable access to and meaningful use of the Internet by all in the least developed countries by 2030

Facilitate the expansion of broadband connectivity in the least developed countries to bridge the digital divide

Encourage investment in micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises that facilitate access to the Internet and digital services

Promote productive capacity and competitiveness in the least developed countries through technology-driven entrepreneurship

Develop competitive digital innovation ecosystems in the least developed countries that are resilient to future pandemics and fit for purpose