Understanding Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in the Global Development Context

CSIS, in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is conducting a yearlong research project on the United States’ role in advancing the digital public infrastructure (DPI) agenda to expand economic growth and women’s economic empowerment in developing countries. 

As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, we need to recognize the importance of DPI in enabling digital services and promoting innovation. DPI as a concept is neither new nor tied to one country or region and it is evolving. The international community needs to elevate and broaden the dialogue surrounding DPI to maximize its transformative impact. DPI facilitates streamlined interactions between citizens and the government, offering convenient access to services, reducing bureaucracy, and enhancing transparency. By providing a robust framework for digital services, DPI enables governments to deliver efficient and citizen-centric goods while ensuring security, privacy, and accessibility.

This discussion is our introductory event in a series entitled “Understanding DPI in the Global Development Context”. The event will unpack the concept and importance of DPI in enabling digital services and promoting innovation. 

This event is made possible through the generous support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.