Es importante, en América Latina, África y Asia hay un retraso más significativo que en occidente.

Hello. This idea is very interesting! Being able to reduce the effects of poverty and underdevelopment of a rural area by digitalization is, of course, remarkable and commendable. The question is, how should ICT infrastructure be provided for these locations? Which should the public or private sector management and invest in? Has any research been done to evaluate these effects?

The idea of "smart villages" is much needed by developing countries, especially in Asia.

Regards.

Ghaem

Urban congestion and pressure on existing urban infrastructure are emerging features of urban areas in many developing countries. To overcome such problem, rural development is the appropriate strategy. Reducing the digital divide between urban and rural areas by using ICT tools is critical, when it comes to formulate appropriate development practice in these economies.

The traditional asymmetric development between urban and rural areas, is an issue to be dealt with a comprehensive approach. Rural digitalization is undoubtedly part of a positive contribution to control the degree of urbanization. However, to conform a holistic strategy to reduce the level of urbanization, one key aspect to consider should be a regional development proposal, for all human settlement localized in the extended study area, present and future roles/functions, infrastructure, connections facilities, among others, in order to create new development centralities, with similar quality (living, habitat, work, etc.) sustainable standards.

Can digitalization control the level of urbanization is an interesting and debatable issue. People in rural areas are complaining that they are not getting the infrastructure for digital networking and the speed of connectivity is slower. Digitalization is not panacea for everything.