World Bank Group Launches First Digital Strategy to Expand Access and Create Jobs - World Bank Group

World Bank Group Launches First Digital Strategy to Expand Access and Create Jobs SEOUL, October 20, 2026 — The World Bank Group today launched its first digital strategy, bringing together its public and private sector capabilities to help developing countries expand affordable digital access, improve services, and create jobs. The strategy addresses four priorities: expanding connectivity; making devices and data more affordable; strengthening digital services and skills; and helping countries build the foundations to benefit from artificial intelligence. “ Digital technology can help countries create jobs and make scarce resources go further.