1、1Digital Public Infrastructure:A Key Building Block for Social Inclusion and Economic DevelopmentPolicy PaperDigital Public Infrastructure:A Key Building Block for Social Inclusion and Economic Development2Digital Public Infrastructure(DPI)represents a transformative foundation for digital economies

2、 worldwide,with profound potential to accelerate sustainable development and enhance social equity.By enabling secure,inclusive,and interoperable digital ecosystems,DPI serves as a critical enabler for both public and private sector innovation and service delivery,fostering broad-based economic grow

3、th and social progress.This joint policy paper by the Digital Cooperation Organization(DCO)and Access Partnership delves deeply into the strategic role of DPI,highlighting its capacity to bridge gaps in financial inclusion,gender equality,and digital access.DPI frameworksencompassing digital identit

4、y,payment systems,and data exchange platformsare pivotal in creating resilient,transparent,and inclusive societies,ensuring everyone can benefit from digital transformation.Drawing insights from global best practices and real-world examples,including the pioneering efforts of DCO Member States such

5、as Saudi Arabia and international benchmarks like Indias robust“India Stack,”this paper also outlines practical strategies and actionable policy recommendations.It addresses significant challenges,including data privacy,regulatory complexities,interoperability barriers,and sustainable financing mode

6、ls,offering pathways to overcome these issues through progressive policymaking,effective governance,and robust public-private collaboration.Recognizing the critical role of DPI in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals,this policy paper underscores the importance of strategic investments in