This course explains the linkages of ICT with the development of the Digital Economy and the need for appropriate policy and regulatory framework for developing the ICT Sector in any country.

The course on the Orbit-Spectrum International Regulatory Framework, with a specific focus on ITU's regulatory procedures, is designed to provide an introduction to the key principles of the regulations governing satellite projects. Participants will learn about the international legal and regulatory framework that governs the use and management of radio frequency spectrum and associated orbits. The course will also delve into ITU's specific regulatory processes, clarifying when and how to engage with this entity for requesting or registering radio frequencies for satellite projects.

This online course aims to equip national and local government authorities with the necessary knowledge and skills to foster a techn ical understanding of the telecommunications sector, specifically focusing on wireless infrastructure deployment. Through an exploration of regulatory and fiscal aspects related to permitting approvals and processes, this course provides a holistic overview of the key principles essential for promoting investment in connectivity and bridging the digital divide.

The course explains the e-governance legal framework and its various components. The course introduces the e-governance general legal concept and the legal disciplines that form the basis of the e-governance legal framework. The course covers the e-governance juridical aspects and challenges (including ethical concerns) from national and international (including European Union (EU)) perspectives. A walkthrough of the most relevant e-governance legal acts, cases, and principles will be provided during the course.

This course is primarily based on the ITU/World Bank digital regulation platform with a focus on the following aspects: digital transformation strategies, regulatory governance, evidence-based decision making, regulatory sandboxes, competition and economics (market analysis), infrastructure sharing, universal access and service financing efficiency, data and consumer protection, and transformative technologies regulatory aspects.

A practical guide for universal access and service implementation, this toolkit offers analytical tools, examples, and templates to assist policy-makers, regulators, and fund administrators in designing, implementing, and financing digital technology and communication infrastructure programs.