Modi believes that the benefits of digital technology should be spread throughout the world

The appropriate use of digital technologies can become a force multiplier in the decades-long global struggle against poverty, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday at the G20 summit in Bali during a session on digital transformation. Underscoring the importance of spreading the benefits of digital technology around the world, Modi stated that during India's G20 presidency, which begins on December 1, the country will collaborate with G20 partners to achieve this goal. "Digital solutions can also be useful in the fight against climate change, as we all saw in the examples of remote-working and paperless green workplaces during Covid," Modi remarked, citing the benefits of digital technology during the Covid-19 pandemic.

"However, these benefits will be realised only when digital access is truly equitable and digital technology is widely used." He did, however, emphasise that it is the responsibility of all G20 leaders to guarantee that the benefits of digital transformation are not limited to a small portion of the human population. The Prime Minister discussed India's experience in making digital architecture inclusive over the last few years and how it has resulted in a socioeconomic transformation. "The application of digital technology can provide size and speed. Governance can be made more transparent. India has created digital public goods with democratic principles built into their basic architecture "Modi told the assembled world leaders.

He went on to say that while India has made digital access available to the public, there is still a significant digital divide at the worldwide level, with most developing countries' populations lacking any type of digital identity. "Digital payment systems are available in only 50 countries. Can we all vow that in the next ten years, we will bring digital transformation into every human being's life, so that no one in the world is denied the benefits of digital technology? "The Prime Minister continued.

(source : IANS)