Data for development | UNCTAD
At a time when digital connectivity defines our lives, the importance of data in shaping the trajectory of global development cannot be understated. As economies and societies become increasingly interwoven with digital technologies, data emerge not only as an asset but as a catalyst for transformative change. While data-driven insights harbour the potential to spur innovations and foster sustainable development, the pathway is riddled with both unparalleled prospects and formidable challenges. This publication seeks to unravel the multifaceted relationship between data and sustainable development, probing into its vast potential and the inherent risks, especially in the context of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. Through an in-depth exploration of relevant literature and country case studies contributed by the members of the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) and international organizations, we aim to offer a comprehensive understanding
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