The digital key to political stability: Government must adapt to the technology
Summary
Nepal's government must rapidly adapt digital technology to improve governance and meet the expectations of its tech-savvy youth, focusing on policy integration, digital literacy, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
Key Points
- Nepal's disconnect between political leaders and tech-savvy youth contributed to recent Gen Z protests.
- The government needs to integrate digital policy, AI, and cybersecurity for effective digital governance.
- Digital literacy is low despite widespread smartphone ownership, requiring government intervention.
- Private sector leads in digital infrastructure, but government services like the Nagarik App face challenges and lag behind.
