Internet Governance and its role in Global economy presentation By Shreedeep Rayamajhi.pdf
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Internet Governance andits role
in Global economy presentation
4th
July 2025, Embark College
By Shreedeep Rayamajhi
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INTERNET GOVERNANCE
INTERNET GOVERNANCE(IG)is a value based PUBLIC POLICY PROCESS that
focuses on BOTTOM’S UP APPROACH of MULTISTAKEHOLDERISM PRACTICE
creating a better opportunity for COLLABORATION, COMMUNICATION and
COOPERATION
Evolution of InternetGovernance
1990s: Rise of the Internet, initial regulation by technical communities
(IETF, ICANN)
2003 & 2005: World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)
Creation of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
Growing multistakeholder model
Internet Governance andGlobal Trade
Facilitates e-commerce, digital trade, and cross-border data
flows
Enables global businesses, startups, and gig economy
platforms
Examples: Amazon, Alibaba, eBay rely on stable and open
internet
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Digital Economy andGDP Growth
Digital economy contributes significantly to GDP in developed and emerging
markets
Internet Governance ensures the resilience and sustainability of this ecosystem
Example: India's Digital India, EU's Digital Single Market
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Challenges in InternetGovernance
Cybersecurity threats
Digital divide
Data privacy and protection
Geopolitical tensions (e.g., internet fragmentation)
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The Role ofDeveloping Countries
Need for equitable access and participation
Capacity building, digital literacy, and infrastructure
Global South's increasing voice in IG forums (e.g., Africa IGF,
APrIGF)
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Future of InternetGovernance
AI and emerging tech governance
Greater inclusion and diversity
Strengthening global cooperation
Upholding digital rights and ethics
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Conclusion
1. Internet Governanceis critical for the stability and
inclusivity of the global digital economy
2. Stakeholders must collaborate to ensure an open,
secure, and accessible internet for all