EDGE Project works on creating the enabling environment for digital government and the digital economy.
The project, funded by the World Bank and the Government of Bangladesh (GoB), will ensure an integrated, cloud-computing digital platform for all government agencies and improve cybersecurity. This will result in savings of $200 million in the public sector's IT investments. Furthermore, it will build resiliency for future crises, enabling the government to operate virtually and deliver critical public services to citizens and businesses.
300 million dollars in ICT exports by 2026 and support the construction of technology and knowledge-based smart and developed Bangladesh.
Development of skilled human resources suitable for the fourth industrial revolution; Enact technology-friendly laws and policies and build a digital economy through innovation, research and ICT industry development; Also, strengthening the Bangladesh National Digital Architecture (BNDA) with the establishment of Digital Leadership Academy (DLA) and Center for 4IR and accelerating the development of Bangladesh by ensuring cyber security, providing cloud services and providing digital literacy.
