The Nation Newspaper Nigeria to support China towards ensuring sustainable digital economy – Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday said Nigeria would continue to support China towards ensuring sustainable digital economy.
“Specifically, for the prosperity of the people in every economy, BRI has been a major contributor to the implementation of the UN 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development Goal.” “As the world emerges from the economic downturn, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there is crucial need for developing economies to employ digital transformation practices.
“Nigeria is no exception in global shift in digital economy being the largest economy in Africa, and as the most populous country in the continent, we intend to remain top of the ladder through formulation and implementation of digital oriented policies.”He said although Nigeria started by establishing digital strategy policy in November 2019, government would do all within its ambit to transform and reposition the nation’s digital economy to become a leading one.
“Through this strategic blueprint, the federal government aims to accelerate the growth of Nigeria as global technical tele-hub and exporter of talents.“One of the goals of this tele-hub is to train 3 million early to meet career technical talents from 2023 to 2027; Nigeria stands at unique opportunity to tap into the hub.
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