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Connectivity for All: Future Technologies, Markets and Regulation

This paper focuses on the development of Bhutan’s first information technology (IT) park. More specifically, we examine the rationale for the IT park, its development and its impact on the economy at large. Funded by the World Bank, the IT park represents a major landmark in the development of Bhutan’s ICT sector. Not only will the park attract foreign direct investment into Bhutan, but it will also encourage the development of indigenous entrepreneurial activity as well. While the park can be judged a success, attracting both foreign investment and creating jobs, its development has been challenging. Institutional and legal changes have been required, while the need for skill development (training) has been highlighted as an area requiring further effort. It is also unclear what the impact of the park on the wider economy has been, and whether subsequent parks could be developed elsewhere in Bhutan.