Through rapid progress of fourth industrial revolution, Digital Transformation is accelerated that guide to digital economy on combining ICT technology with various industries. To reach innovative and comprehensive growth and SDGs for low- and middle-income countries where digital infrastructure and technology are relatively lacking, a broad set of stakeholders in the international community – governments, academia, civil society organizations, and the private sector – have critical roles in inclusive and sustainable development, with their sharing of knowledge ever more important.

The Center for International Development (CID) at Korea Development Institute (KDI) (see Appendix for more information about the Institute) is hosting the third KDI Global Forum on Development Cooperation which aims to foster dialogue among diverse actors to share knowledge and best practices of development cooperation. The Forum on “Digital Policies and Global Cooperation for Sustainable Development” will bring together best practices of digital policies for sustainable growth in global community. 

With offline gatherings made difficult amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the event will be held in an online-offline hybrid format. The virtual dialogue and discussion will provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and businesses of the global society, to discuss the role of digital policy as an important driver of sustainable development. At the same time, the changing context brings with opportunities to seek future-oriented and innovative approaches for sharing knowledge and strengthening partnerships going forward.