Inaugurated by Alkesh Kumar Sharma, Secretary in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the event focused on experiences in data management, provision of services, and modality, according to the organizing committee’s agenda.

Following the event is the sector’s ministerial meeting on August 19. It should conclude with a joint statement summarizing the participants’ agreements on the challenges and opportunities of digital economy.

Parallel to the meeting will be the Digital Innovation Alliance Summit on August 17 and 18 to recognize and support creators from G-20 member countries and guests. According to the organizers, the Digital Economy Working Group is essential to enhance the transformation to a digital economy to improve public participation and achieve inclusive social and economic growth.

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