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Digital Economy Enhancement Project (Deep)
Coverage of Digital Economy Enhancement Project (Deep) in the Nexus archive.
- World Bank approves $70m loan for Connected Punjab Programme aimed at improving digital infrastructure
The World Bank has approved a $70 million loan for Pakistan’s Connected Punjab Programme (CPP) to expand broadband internet access, improve digital service delivery, and promote cashless transactions in Punjab. The initiative aligns with Pakistan’s national digital agenda and aims to reduce regulatory barriers, boost private investment in broadband, and enhance AI-enabled public services for 28.9 million people by 2031.